Homemade Peppermint Patties - My Recipe Treasures (2024)

by Amy | Dec 1, 2022 | Candy, Christmas, Desserts | 0 comments

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Homemade Peppermint Patties are a nice refreshing treat. I love the creamy center and the mint flavor. And the Homemade Peppermint Patties are perfect when you just need a little sweet.

I use to go to a place that had the best peppermint patties and then the next year I went to get some and they didn’t have them any more. That is when I decided, “fine then I will make my own”. And I love that they are quick and easy. They do not always look as perfect as the ones you buy, but it doesn’t seem to matter, they just get gobbled up anyway.

If you like York Peppermint Patties, you are going to enjoy these too.

I did have to laugh when I was checking to see if Homemade Peppermint Patties are good for you, the answer was, “yes because they are low fat”. Sounds good to me, I think I’ll have another.

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What Ingredients Do I Need For Homemade Peppermint Patties?

Here’s a list of ingredients you’ll need to make this candy (scroll down for the full recipe):

  • Sweetened condensed milk
  • Peppermint extract
  • Confectioners sugar
  • Dark chocolate
  • Coconut or vegetable oil

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How Do I Make Homemade Peppermint Patties?

Here’s the simple steps you’ll follow to make this candy (scroll down for the full recipe):

  • In a mixing bowl, place the sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and confectioners sugar together and mix until you have a nice thick dough.
  • Place a piece of wax paper on the counter. Roll the dough to 1/4″ thick.
  • Using something small and round like a medicine cup (1 1/2″), cut the dough and then place it onto a baking sheet covered with wax paper.
  • Next you will want to place them in the refrigerator for 30-45 minutes.
  • Put your chocolate or chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl.
  • Next add the oil.
  • Heat the chocolate and oil in the microwave in 30 second intervals on POWER LEVEL 5. Repeat until the chocolate is nice and smooth.
  • I like to use a meat fork to dip the patties in the chocolate; it is a little wider and works well.
  • Coat both sides and return the mint back to the baking sheet.
  • Add sprinkles if desired, before the chocolate sets up.
  • Store the peppermint patties in the fridge until ready to use, and enjoy them.

Tips and Tricks for Homemade Peppermint Patties:

  • These Homemade Peppermint Patties can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • If you want to make the top more festive looking, or fun for giving, be sure to sprinkle your sprinkles on before the chocolate sets up, otherwise they just fall off.

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Yield: 40 patties

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Homemade Peppermint Patties are smooth and creamy. Making them a wonderful dessert or gift for the holiday season.

Prep Time30 minutes

Total Time30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons peppermint extract
  • 3 cups confectioners sugar
  • 8-10 ounces dark chocolate, melted
  • 2 teaspoons oil, (coconut or vegetable)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, place the sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and confectioners sugar together and mix until the mixture makes a nice thick dough.
  2. Place a piece of wax paper on the counter. I like to make it a little longer and hold it tight with my stomach so that it doesn't slip when rolling the dough. Roll the dough to 1/4" thick.
  3. Using something small and round like a medicine cup or something the same size (1 1/2"), cut the dough and then place it onto a baking sheet covered with wax paper.
  4. Next you will want to place them in the refrigerator for 30-45 minutes. This helps them keep their shape when placing then in the warm chocolate.
  5. Put your chocolate or chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl.
  6. Next add the oil.
  7. Heat the chocolate and oil in the microwave in 30 second intervals on POWER LEVEL 5. Repeat until the chocolate is nice and smooth.
  8. I like to use a meat fork to dip the patties in the chocolate; it is a little wider and works well.
  9. Coat both sides and return the mint back to the baking sheet.
  10. Add sprinkles if desired, before the chocolate sets up.
  11. Store the peppermint patties in the fridge until ready to use and enjoy them.

Nutrition Information

Yield

40

Serving Size

1

Amount Per ServingCalories 356Total Fat 18gSaturated Fat 11gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 6gCholesterol 6mgSodium 19mgCarbohydrates 45gFiber 4gSugar 37gProtein 3g

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Homemade Peppermint Patties - My Recipe Treasures (2024)

FAQs

What is peppermint patty filling made of? ›

Peppermint patty filling is basically a thick peppermint icing, made by combining powdered sugar, butter, vanilla, salt, and peppermint extract. Make the filling and mix until it forms a stiff dough.

What is the white stuff in peppermint patties? ›

That is a peppermint-flavored cream that is dipped in melted chocolate to create the perfect flavor combination. While the official recipe is a secret, the center of our homemade peppermint patties is made with sweetened condensed milk, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract.

Why are YORK Peppermint Patties so good? ›

In the confectionery industry, enrobing is a process that involves covering a confection or snack with chocolate or chocolate coatings. The York Peppermint Pattie confection features strongly contrasting flavors, with a bittersweet dark chocolate surrounding a sugary center with a strong peppermint flavor.

What are the ingredients in New York Peppermint Patty? ›

Ingredients: Sugar, Corn Syrup, Semi-Sweet Chocolate (Chocolate, Sugar, Cocoa, Milk Fat, Cocoa Butter, Soy Lecithin, PGPR, Emulsifier, Vanillin, Artificial Flavor), Invert Sugar, Egg Whites, Oil of Peppermint, Milk.

Are peppermint patties healthy for you? ›

Even though the coating probably isn't 70 percent dark chocolate, York Peppermint Patties are still a safe way to satisfy a sweet tooth without going whole hog. For 150 calories or less, you can enjoy one regular-size pattie or three of the miniatures.

Why is peppermint patty called sir? ›

Relationships with other characters. Peppermint Patty's closest friend, Marcie, calls her "Sir". It is never revealed whether this eccentric habit, dating to Marcie's first appearance in the strip in 1971, is the result of misguided manners, a reference to Patty's tomboyish ways, or some other reason.

Why is it called York peppermint patty? ›

The YORK Peppermint Pattie was acquired by The Hershey Company in 1988. Why are they called YORK Peppermint Patties? Henry Kessler named his new creation the “YORK Peppermint Pattie” after the place it originated - YORK, PA - and the soft and gummy peppermint center - the pattie.

Do peppermint patties go bad? ›

How long will the peppermint patties last? I have never had them go bad, but I usually store them in the freezer. As long as they are stored at room temperature or in the fridge or freezer, they will last a very long time.

Can you eat too many peppermint patties? ›

Eating them in excessive amounts is not good for your overall health. Peppermint candies can also have side effects for people who are highly sensitive to menthol or eat them excessively. Patients with gallstones, GERD, or pregnant women should avoid eating them.

Have York Peppermint Patties gotten smaller? ›

You might have noticed a trend with brands taking their classic treats and thinning them out.

Do York Peppermint Patties need to be refrigerated? ›

Peppermint patties will hold up in the fridge for a couple of weeks. But they're best kept super-cold in the freezer. They can last up to 4 to 6 months in an airtight container or bag.

Are York Peppermint Patties made in Mexico? ›

-- Production of York Peppermint Patties and other candy brands is coming to an end at The Hershey Co. plant in Reading, Pa. After 23 years in Reading, the chocolate maker is closing the plant Friday and moving production to a new factory it has built in Monterey, Mexico.

Is there caffeine in York peppermint patties? ›

The 1.4 oz YORK Peppermint Pattie as about 6mg caffeine.

What is the inside of a York peppermint patty? ›

What is inside of a York Peppermint Patty? The inside of a York Peppermint Patty contains confectioner's sugar, peppermint extract, corn syrup, and vegetable shortening, this recipe uses butter instead of shortening.

Why does Marcie call Peppermint Patty Sir? ›

Relationships with other characters. Peppermint Patty's closest friend, Marcie, calls her "Sir". It is never revealed whether this eccentric habit, dating to Marcie's first appearance in the strip in 1971, is the result of misguided manners, a reference to Patty's tomboyish ways, or some other reason.

Do YORK Peppermint Patties have corn syrup? ›

Sugar, Corn Syrup, Chocolate (Chocolate Liquor processed with Alkali, Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Chocolate Liquor, Cocoa, Clarified Butter Oil, Soy Lecithin), Soy Protein, Salt, Peppermint Oil, Invertase. Packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and milk products.

Is Peppermint Patty the same as Patty Peanuts? ›

By 1966, Schulz recycled the Patty name for a new character: "Peppermint" Patty Reichardt. Although the original Patty would make cameo appearances throughout the run of Peanuts, she had ceased being a featured character by about 1975.

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