Description
Indulge in these delightful Chocolate Mint Creams for a burst of minty freshness enveloped in rich dark chocolate. These homemade treats are perfect for holiday gatherings or as a sweet gift for loved ones.
Ingredients
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Filling:
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coating:
- 12 ounces semisweet or dark chocolate, chopped
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil or shortening
Garnish:
- Optional crushed peppermint candies for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Filling: In a medium bowl, combine powdered sugar, butter, cream, peppermint extract, and vanilla until a smooth dough forms.
- Shape: Roll dough into 1-inch balls, flatten into discs, and freeze for 20 minutes.
- Melt Chocolate: In a heatproof bowl, melt chocolate and coconut oil until smooth.
- Dip & Coat: Dip mint cream discs in chocolate, ensuring complete coating.
- Chill: Refrigerate until set, about 20 minutes. Garnish with crushed peppermint candies if desired.
Notes
- For a softer center, add 1 more tablespoon of cream to the filling.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- These also freeze well for holiday prep.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Candy
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
