Perfect Peppermint Patties Recipe

Perfect Peppermint Patties Recipe

1 pound confectioners' sugar
3 Tbsp butter or margarine, softened
2 to 3 tsp peppermint extract
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup evaporated milk
2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
2 Tbsp shortening

In a bowl, combine first four ingredients. Add milk and mix well. Roll into 1-inch balls and place on a waxed paper-lined cookie sheet. Chill for 20 minutes. Flatten with a glass to 1/4-inch thickness. Chill for 30 minutes. In a double-boiler or microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening. Dip patties and place on waxed paper to harden.

Yield: about 5 dozen small patties