Peppermint Patties are a time-honored sweet treat, perfectly balancing the boldness of dark chocolate with the crisp, cool burst of mint. This beloved dessert has its roots deep in American culinary culture and has been a favorite for generations, often enjoyed as a post-meal delicacy or a refreshing snack on hot days. Tracing its origins to the early 1900s, the Peppermint Patty gained widespread popularity in 1940 thanks to the York Cone Company of Pennsylvania. Today, homemade versions have emerged, offering a more sumptuous and tender take on this classic, where the lively flavor of peppermint is beautifully enveloped in a velvety chocolate coating.
Serving these homemade Peppermint Patties is just as delightful as preparing them. They are a superb choice for an after-dinner mint, especially when a full dessert feels too heavy, or as a sublime addition to hot beverages like chocolate or coffee, where they gently melt, creating an irresistibly indulgent experience. For a more extravagant dessert, consider chopping them up and sprinkling them over ice cream, or add them to a cookie assortment for a festive touch. These patties also make exquisite gifts, especially when presented in an attractive box or tin, offering a homemade, minty surprise that friends and family will surely adore.
Recipe for Homemade Peppermint Patties
Ingredients:
1/2 cup condensed milk
1 1/2 teaspoons peppermint extract
3 cups powdered sugar
2 cups dark chocolate chips
2 tablespoons shortening
Instructions:
Peppermint Filling: Begin by mixing condensed milk with peppermint extract in a bowl. Gradually incorporate powdered sugar, stirring until a stiff dough forms. Adjust with more powdered sugar if the mixture is too sticky.
Shaping the Patties: Lightly dust a surface with powdered sugar. Roll out the peppermint dough to about 1/4 inch thickness and use a small cookie cutter or cup to shape round patties. Place these on a parchment-lined tray and freeze for 30 minutes to firm up.
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