Happy St. Patrick’s Day! We found a really simple recipe for Inside-Out Peppermint Patties on Pinterest and decided to try it out for ourselves. The Peppermint Patties were a snap to put together and so delicious! We swapped peppermint essential oil for the peppermint extract called for in the original recipe and added a little green food coloring to make them festive for St. Patrick’s Day! They were a hit around the office, and we are sure you will enjoy them too!
Inside Out Peppermint Patties
Ingredients
- 1 pound powdered sugar (about 4 1/4–4 3/4 cups)
- 4 oz. cream cheese, softened
- 7–14 drops peppermint essential oil
- 6 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Using a mixer, gradually add the powdered sugar to the cream cheese. Beat well until incorporated.
- Add peppermint essential oil, and combine well.
- Roll dough into teaspoon-size balls and place on baking sheet(s) lined with wax paper or parchment. Create a small “bowl” or indention in each ball using a 1/4 teaspoon or your finger. Cover with plastic wrap and let firm up in the refrigerator for a few hours.
- When peppermints have firmed, melt chocolate according to package directions (microwave is fine). Fill a piping bag or freezer bag with the corner snipped with the melted chocolate. Fill each mini peppermint bowl/indention with chocolate and let cool.
- Refrigerate in an airtight container until ready to serve.
Recipe Source: Amy Johnson | She Wears Many Hats (http://shewearsmanyhats.com/2011/12/chocolate-peppermints/)
Could I use Monk fruit to substitute for the powered sugar? I know the consistency won’t be the same.
Unfortunately, we don’t have any experience cooking with Monk fruit, so we are unable to give you any guidance. If you do try it, please let us know how it goes!