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Homemade Peppermint Patties

A delightful homemade peppermint treat wrapped in rich chocolate, perfect for game day or holiday celebrations.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 20
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 7 ounce marshmallow cream (Fluff)
  • 10 Tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 5.5 cups powdered sugar
  • 16 ounce Ghirardelli dark chocolate melting wafers
  • 8 ounce Ghirardelli white chocolate melting wafers (optional for footballs)

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream, butter, and extracts until fully combined. Add in powdered sugar and mix on medium speed until well blended.
  2. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Using about 1 Tablespoon of filling, shape into a ball, then flatten for traditional shape or pinch ends for football shape. Freeze for 2 hours or overnight.
  3. Melt dark chocolate wafers according to package directions. Dip frozen peppermint centers into chocolate, tap off excess, and place on parchment paper.
  4. Store at room temperature in a covered container.
  5. If making footballs, melt white chocolate, pour into small Ziploc, cut the corner and pipe laces onto footballs. Set within minutes. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg

Notes

Enjoy these homemade peppermint patties as a festive treat or holiday gift.
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