THE PERFECT HOMEMADE PEPPERMINT PATTIES

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They taste as good as store bought, but cheaper to do. Great to give as a gift in a pretty tin, or just to make for the house.

Provided by southern chef in lo

Categories     Candy

Time 1h13m

Yield 60 mints

Number Of Ingredients 6

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

Steps:

  • In bowl, combine first 4 ingredients. Add milk and mix well.
  • Roll into 1 inch balls.
  • Place on wax paper-lined cookie sheet and chill for 20 minutes.
  • Flatten with a glass to 1/4 of inch; chill for 30 minutes.
  • In microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening together; stir well. Dip the patties in the mix and place on wax paper to harden and freeze for a short while. To give as gifts, give in tins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67.2, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 1.8, Sodium 5.9, Carbohydrate 11.2, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 10.5, Protein 0.3

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