Peppermint Patties
 Serves |  Total Time |
|---|---|
| 28-30 patties | 1.25 hours |
Ingredients
2.5 cups confectioners' sugar
2 Tbsp vegetable shortening
2 Tbsp corn syrup- 2 tsp peppermint extract
2 tsp water
12 oz bittersweet chocolate chips- 1 tsp vegetable shortening
Cookware
- 1 bowl
- 1 plastic wrap
- 1 serrated knife
- 1 tray
- 1 waxed paper
- 1 small bowl
- 1 fork
Instructions
Step 1
Combine confectioners' sugar, 2 Tbsp vegetable shortening, corn syrup, peppermint extract and the water in a bowl. Beat on low until combined. (Mixture will be crumbly.) Lightly knead dough in bowl until smooth.
Step 2
Shape dough into 1.5 inch diameter log that is about 7 inches long. Wrap in plastic wrap, chill 1 hour. Us a serrated knife to cut log into 1/4 inch thick slices. Arrange slices on a tray lined with waxed paper; freeze 15 minutes.
Step 3
Meanwhile, combine bittersweet chocolate chips and the remaining 1 tsp vegetable shortening in a small bowl. Microwave in 30 second intervals until melted and smooth, stirring between intervals.
Step 4
Us a fork to dip each slice into melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Place dipped patties on the tray. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 5 days.
Source
- Magnolia