PERFECT PEPPERMINT PATTIES

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These are wonderful to serve at the very end of an elegant dinner, or just for noshing when you are in the mood for a breath of fresh air!

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Candy

Time 53m

Yield 5 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb confectioners' sugar
3 teaspoons butter or 3 teaspoons margarine, softened
2 -3 teaspoons peppermint extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup evaporated milk
2 (12 ounce) cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 teaspoons shortening

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine first four ingredients.
  • Add milk and mix well.
  • Roll into 1-inch 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1065.4, Fat 45.8, SaturatedFat 26.6, Cholesterol 9.7, Sodium 50.4, Carbohydrate 179.2, Fiber 8, Sugar 163.3, Protein 6.6

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