Perfect Peppermint Patties
1 lb. confectioners' sugar
3 T butter or margarine, softened
2 to 3 tsp. peppermint extract
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
1/4 C evaporated milk
2 Cm(12 oz) semisweet chocolate chips
2 T shortening
Makes about 5 dozen
In a bowl, combine first four ingredients. Add milk and mix well. Roll into 1-in balls and place on a waxed paper-lined cookie sheet. Chill for 20 minutes. Flatten with a glass to 1/4". Chill for 30 minutes. In a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening. Dip patties and place on waxed paper to harden.
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I'm not gonna lie. I almost didn't click over here. Peppermint Patties are one of my all-time favorites, and I KNEW I'd want to make this. And...I do. It looks SO yummy! Thanks for sharing--I think! :)
ReplyDeleteOh, I'm so gonna make this! Thanks so much!!
ReplyDeleteAww Chris, well thanks for stopping by even if it was difficult for you! :)
ReplyDeleteYour welcome Shirley! Enjoy :)
ReplyDeleteOkay, will SO make these for my daughter for Christmas...she's a mint hound! Thanks so much for the recipe!
ReplyDeleteThese look amazing!
ReplyDeleteYour welcome Deborah, I am sure she will love them. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Jaime! :)
ReplyDeleteThey look wonderful! Gotta love peppermint patties!!!
ReplyDeleteWow, these are awesome! Really good flavor, not overpowering. Thanks so much for the recipe!
ReplyDeleteThanks Shirley! Glad you liked them. :)
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