Description
Delight in these homemade Chocolate Mint Creams, combining smooth semisweet chocolate with a refreshing peppermint cream center. This easy-to-make candy features rich chocolate coatings enveloping soft, minty discs, perfect for holiday treats or anytime indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Coating
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons shortening
- 2 teaspoons peppermint extract
Peppermint Cream Filling
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- Green food coloring (optional, a few drops)
Instructions
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate chips and shortening. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly after each until the mixture is completely smooth and melted.
- Add Peppermint: Stir in the peppermint extract well into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully incorporated to provide a fresh mint flavor.
- Form Cream Centers: In a separate bowl, mix the confectioners’ sugar, water, and a few drops of green food coloring if desired, stirring until you achieve a smooth, pliable cream mixture.
- Shape Creams: Roll the peppermint cream mixture into small balls approximately one teaspoon in size. Flatten each ball into thin discs, then arrange on waxed paper and refrigerate until they are firm to the touch, about 15-20 minutes.
- Coat with Chocolate: Using a fork, gently dip each peppermint cream disc into the melted chocolate, allowing any excess chocolate to drip off before placing them back onto the waxed paper for coating.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the coated peppermint creams until the chocolate sets firm completely, approximately 20-30 minutes. Store the finished candies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for best freshness.
Notes
- Use shortening to help the chocolate coating set with a smoother, shinier finish.
- If you prefer stronger mint flavor, adjust the peppermint extract slightly to taste.
- Green food coloring is optional and mainly for a festive look.
- Ensure the creams are fully firm before dipping in chocolate to avoid melting or misshaping.
- Store these candies refrigerated and consume within 1-2 weeks for optimal freshness.
