homemade PEPPERMINT PATTIES

Soft and creamy peppermint is coated in dark chocolate for a homemade Peppermint Patty.

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Beat the half of the powdered sugar and butter until creamy. Then add the vanilla and peppermint extract.

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Stir in the rest of the powdered sugar until the mixture is stiff and holds its shape.

Roll the homemade peppermint patty dough into a log, wrap in parchment paper and chill.

Roll the chilled dough into 1 inch balls, then flatten.

Melt the chocolate chips and shortening. Then dip the peppermint in chocolate and let it cool.

These cute homemade peppermint patties make a great DIY food gift for your friends and family this Christmas.

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