Ingredients
Scale
- 2¼ cups (280 g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons peppermint extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 8 oz (225 g) semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil (optional, for smoother chocolate coating)
- Festive sprinkles or crushed candy canes (optional garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine powdered sugar, softened butter, peppermint extract, and heavy cream until a smooth dough forms.
- Shape the dough into small discs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for 20 minutes to set.
- While the filling is chilling, melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler until smooth. Stir in vegetable oil if desired for a smoother coating.
- Dip each chilled disc into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off before returning them to the baking sheet.
- Optionally, decorate with festive sprinkles or crushed candy canes before chilling until the chocolate is fully set.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty (18g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: For added texture, mix crushed candy canes into the filling. Substitute heavy cream with coconut cream or a non-dairy alternative for variations.