Homemade Peppermint Patties (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Filling
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3¾ cups powdered sugar, firmly packed (plus extra for dusting)
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
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¼ cup evaporated milk
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2 teaspoons peppermint extract
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Chocolate Coating
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340g (12 oz) semi-sweet chocolate chips
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2 tablespoons coconut oil or vegetable shortening
# Instructions:
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Using a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the powdered sugar and unsalted butter together on low speed until combined.
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Add the evaporated milk, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract. Increase to medium speed and beat until thoroughly blended.
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Generously sprinkle powdered sugar over a sheet of wax paper. Roll out the peppermint filling to ¼ inch thickness (or desired thickness). For easier rolling, place another sheet of wax paper over the filling. Transfer the rolled filling onto a baking sheet and freeze for 45-60 minutes, or overnight if preferred.
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Remove the chilled filling from the freezer. Using a circle cookie cutter dusted with powdered sugar, cut out rounds. Place the rounds on wax paper and return to the freezer for 20-30 minutes.
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In a medium or large microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave for 1 minute at full power, stir, then heat for another 45-60 seconds. Stir until completely melted and smooth.
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Working quickly, use a fork or candy-making tools to dip each frozen peppermint round into the melted chocolate. Tap the fork gently against the bowl edge to remove excess chocolate. Carefully place dipped patties on a wax paper-lined baking sheet.
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Freeze the dipped patties for 20-30 minutes until the chocolate fully sets. Store in an airtight container with wax paper between layers in either the refrigerator or freezer. They will keep indefinitely when frozen.
# Notes:
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The colder the filling is when cutting, the cleaner your shapes will be.
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These peppermint patties taste even better after a day or two as the flavors fully develop.