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Chocolate Covered Mint Patties

February 19, 2014

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Rich and creamy, these Chocolate Covered Mint Patties are so easy to make and are incredibly scrumptious!

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Chocolate Covered Mint Patties

This week is a no TV week in our home. I know, I’m totally mean. BUT, sometimes it’s nice to just kind of detach and remind the boys that they have LOTS of toys to play with. Plus, the weather has been beautiful – far too nice to miss while watching TV.

Of course, no TV means I need to be on top of my game. I have to be hands on all afternoon – no breaks. It’s harder than it sounds 🙂 Actually, these weeks are my favorites. I’m “forced” into being more active with the boys and getting them involved with my routine.

Rich and creamy, these Chocolate Covered Mint Patties are so easy to make and are incredibly scrumptious! | MomOnTimeout.com

The boys have always loved helping in the kitchen. Some days that’s great…others, not so much. I figured out a meal plan for the week in advance and incorporated some recipes that I knew they could help with.

These Chocolate Covered Mint Patties are one of them. Recipes don’t get any easier than this and if you’ve never dipped candies before, patties are the perfect candy to start with. No balls rolling off of forks here! It’s fun and great for kids.

Rich and creamy, these Chocolate Covered Mint Patties are so easy to make and are incredibly scrumptious! | MomOnTimeout.com

Sure, your patties may not be exactly the same size…but who cares! It’s fun and the rewards are these unbelievable patties! Smooth, refreshing mint centers surround by sweet, decadent chocolate. It just doesn’t get any better.

Rich and creamy, these Chocolate Covered Mint Patties are so easy to make and are incredibly scrumptious! | MomOnTimeout.com

As much as I love peppermint, there is a very special place in my heart for mint. It’s like a breath of fresh air. Two breaths if you’re like me 🙂  This is one recipe I urge you to try. You honestly can’t mess it up and you are just going to go crazy for these fabulous mint patties!

Rich and creamy, these Chocolate Covered Mint Patties are so easy to make and are incredibly scrumptious! | MomOnTimeout.com

More Mint Treats

  1. Cream Cheese Mints
  2. Chocolate Mint Brownies
  3. Mint Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies
  4. Chocolate Mint Cream Cheese Buttons

How To Make Chocolate Mint Patties

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Chocolate Covered Mint Patties

Rich and creamy, these Chocolate Covered Mint Patties are so easy to make and are incredibly scrumptious!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword candy, Christmas, mint patties, St. Patrick's Day
Prep Time 20 minutes
Servings 60
Calories 72kcal
Author Trish - Mom On Timeout

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup light corn syrup
  • 5 Tbls butter softened
  • 1 1/2 tsp mint extract
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • green food coloring start with a couple drops and add more until desired color is achieved
  • 4-5 cups powdered sugar
  • 10 oz chocolate candy coating I used CandiQuik

Instructions

  • Combine corn syrup, butter, extract, salt, and food coloring in a medium size bowl. Stir until well combined.
  • Stir in 1 cup of powdered sugar at a time until mixture is too stiff to stir.
  • Add more powdered sugar and knead mixture until it no longer sticks to your hands, adding more powdered sugar as necessary.
  • Roll into 1-inch balls and place on trays or baking sheets lined with waxed paper.
  • Flatten with a flat-bottomed cup or your hand.
  • Cover with another sheet of waxed paper and refrigerate for 60-90 minutes or until firm.
  • Melt chocolate candy coating according to package directions.
  • Dip the candies into the melted chocolate with a fork, tap off the extra, and place back on the waxed paper.
  • Repeat until all candies have been coated.
  • Let candies set up until chocolate is firm before storing in an airtight container.
  • Candies can be frozen in single layers separated by waxed paper if desired.

Notes

Nutrition

Calories: 72kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 30mg | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Calcium: 1mg

Rich and creamy, these Chocolate Covered Mint Patties are so easy to make and are incredibly scrumptious! | MomOnTimeout.com | #dessert #recipe #chocolate

More refreshing mint recipes:

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Comments

  1. Smith says

    October 31, 2017 at 10:18 AM

    Hi Trish,
    I am a big chocolate lover. Chocolate and mint combination sounds very interesting. Gonna try it soon, wish me luck!

    Reply
  2. Cristina Totolan says

    December 19, 2016 at 3:48 AM

    Hello,
    I want to know if I can replace corn syrup with something else?
    I don’t find corn syrup where I live.
    Thank you

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      December 19, 2016 at 7:42 PM

      I think someone tried honey and got it to work but I haven’t tried that Cristina.

      Reply
      • Cristina Totolan says

        December 20, 2016 at 4:23 AM

        Thank you for your answer! I can’t find corn syrup 🙁 I’ll find a way..it looks amazing 🙂
        Good luck with everything you do!

        Reply
        • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

          December 22, 2016 at 11:44 AM

          Thanks Cristina!

          Reply
  3. Suzanne Holt says

    December 19, 2015 at 5:10 AM

    I like the half-dipped idea too – makes me think I can eat twice as many then. 🙂 You make this recipe seem easy!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      December 20, 2015 at 10:32 AM

      LOL! I like how you think Suzanne!

      Reply
  4. Laurel says

    November 30, 2015 at 10:32 AM

    Hi!
    Just wanted to say thanks for such a great recipe! I used semisweet chocolate and ended up doing “half” dips when I made them. I underestimated the amount of chocolate I’d need and covering them completely was using too much. 😀
    And with the richer chocolate, half was plenty. Made these as a Christmas “thank you” for my husband’s bosses and they really enjoyed them!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      November 30, 2015 at 4:36 PM

      That’s wonderful Laurel! I’m sure they looked so pretty half-dipped as well!

      Reply
  5. Cassandra says

    March 23, 2015 at 3:03 PM

    You can replace 1 cup of light corn syrup with 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar dissolved in 1/4 cup hot water or other liquid used in the recipe. For 1 cup of dark corn syrup, you can use the following substitutions: 3/4 cup light corn syrup plus 1/4 molasses. 1 cup honey.

    Reply
  6. RUZAIKA says

    March 12, 2015 at 7:49 PM

    instead of corn syrup what can be used

    Reply
  7. Jenni says

    December 28, 2014 at 8:43 PM

    I made these for Christmas this year because they looked so good and everyone I know loves mint(including myself). I think that instead of regular mint extract I would have preferred peppermint extract.Your patties are also incredible thick and I found the texture to be a little unappealing, and enjoyed the thinner ones more. Overall they were pretty good, but maybe I just did something weird because they didn’t turn out quiet as good as I was expecting.

    Reply
  8. Leelo R says

    December 21, 2014 at 10:25 AM

    These look delicious! I love mint & chocolate combination!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      December 21, 2014 at 7:58 PM

      Thank you! They are quite festive 🙂

      Reply
  9. Lynn says

    December 16, 2014 at 8:30 PM

    So I made the Christmas mint patties but a friend didn’t care for the texture. said too ‘cakey’ , my husband doesn’t like mint so he didn’t try them, I used gel instead of liquid food color like the recipe said but perhaps I used too much powdered sugar? mine are soft, is that how they should be?? I used peppermint in the green batch and mint in the white, and I like the mint the best. like Double mint gum! So then I went to make these choc covered one’s OR so I thought I was going to.. I used red gel but they turned out more pink, the exact color of Cherry Mash candy so I decided to experiment with your basic recipe here But I used Cherry extract! I used my food chopper and ground up unsalted roasted peanuts to a med/fine texture. I used that CandiQuick ( I will never buy almond bark again) and mixed the peanuts with the chocolate, and then rolled the balls in the chocolate and kept them in balls.. Homemade cherry mash that tastes exactly like store bought!! If I could add pics here I would show you how awesome they look. Thank you for all of your great recipes! Merry Christmas. Lynn

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      December 19, 2014 at 10:32 AM

      I am so excited for you Lynn! I LOVE making these with cherry extract and was actually going to post that version this holiday season but never got around to it 🙂 Next year! Thanks for all your fabulous feedback!

      Reply
  10. Michal says

    December 12, 2014 at 9:36 AM

    Oh WOW! They look so good! Will have to give this a try!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      December 12, 2014 at 9:55 AM

      Thanks so much Michal!

      Reply
  11. Karen says

    December 2, 2014 at 2:31 PM

    These are fantastically easy to make! Thanks for the recipe 🙂 One question… I used salted butter and found my patties were a little salty. Should I have used unsalted butter or perhaps left out the 1/2 tsp of salt if using salted butter?

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      December 2, 2014 at 7:35 PM

      Exactly Karen. I always use unsalted butter but if you have salted butter on hand, just omit the salt. Thanks!

      Reply
  12. Brooke says

    November 19, 2014 at 7:43 PM

    Wow these look delicious! These will be a great Christmas treat to make especially for my gluten-free friends. Also loved the linked mint recipes at the bottom. I want to try them all!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      November 21, 2014 at 3:08 PM

      Thanks so much Brooke!

      Reply
  13. mary says

    October 14, 2014 at 4:46 PM

    I am thinking of adding these to some Christmas cookie trays this year….any suggestions on storing and for how long?

    Reply
  14. Kim says

    May 31, 2014 at 5:00 PM

    Trish, I pinned these awhile back and just tried to make them, but my mints are melting into my chocolate. I didn’t have any CandiQuik so I used chocolate chips and shortening. Just melted them over a bowl of warm water. The chocolate isn’t very warm at all but my mints are oozing all over my fork and chocolate. Any suggestions for next time? I know, buy CandiQuik LOL. FYI, the mint taste great!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      June 4, 2014 at 5:51 PM

      Yeah, CandiQuik is really my favorite. It makes stuff like this SO easy. But honestly, the mints shouldn’t melt down at all. Maybe try chilling them for 30 minutes in the fridge first?

      Reply
  15. Melissa says

    March 11, 2014 at 2:36 PM

    These look amazing! Now, this might be a silly question, but can you use peppermint extract or would it not taste the same as mint extract? Peppermint and mint extract are two different things, right…?!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      March 18, 2014 at 1:53 PM

      You could use peppermint but mint and peppermint are two different flavors. Depends on which one you want 🙂

      Reply
  16. Cheryl @ That's What Che Said... says

    March 11, 2014 at 1:04 PM

    I featured you at Monday FUNday! Thanks so much for linking up and please grab a feature button! xo- Cheryl

    http://www.thatswhatchesaid.net/2014/st-patricks-day-projects-and-treats/

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      March 18, 2014 at 1:53 PM

      That’s so much for the feature Cheryl!

      Reply
  17. Jessi @ Practically Functional says

    March 6, 2014 at 7:18 AM

    OMG peppermint patties are my favorite! I didn’t realize you could make them at home!!!!! Stopping by to pin this and let you know I featured it on my blog today!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      March 10, 2014 at 9:44 AM

      Thank you so much Jessi!!

      Reply
  18. Kari @ the Sweetest Memory says

    March 2, 2014 at 10:20 PM

    These look so amazing! Chocolate and mint are my two favorite flavors. I had no idea peppermint patties could be made homemade! I am pinning this, and so have to try this. Yum! Kari

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      March 3, 2014 at 4:01 PM

      Totally can Kari and they are SO easy too! You’re going to love this 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  19. Cindy Eikenberg says

    March 2, 2014 at 3:57 AM

    Trish, these look seriously amazing! I love using CandiQuik, it’s pretty great, isn’t it? Thank you so much for sharing at Best of the Weekend – pinning and sharing! Hope you have a happy Sunday and a wonderful week!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      March 3, 2014 at 4:16 PM

      Thank you so much Cindy!

      Reply
  20. Kayla says

    March 1, 2014 at 10:44 AM

    These are perfect! Now I won’t have to pay through my nose for thin mints 🙂

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      March 3, 2014 at 4:58 PM

      Thanks Kayla!

      Reply
  21. Arin says

    March 1, 2014 at 10:34 AM

    I made these yesterday and they turned out fantastic. I needed a little more chocolate than the recipe called for and used about 4 cups and a little extra icing sugar. They’re not quite as pretty as the ones in the picture but they look better than I thought they would! I think next time I’ll add a little more mint flavour but my husband says they’re perfect the way they are, I guess it depends on preference! Thanks for the great recipe, I will definitely be making these again!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      March 3, 2014 at 4:59 PM

      That’s awesome Arin! So glad you gave the recipe a try 🙂

      Reply
  22. Christine says

    March 1, 2014 at 12:36 AM

    Wow! Peppermint patties were my favorite candy growing up. So much so that I splurged on peppermint extract while visiting civilization (aka-Hong Kong). I love that you get your boys in the kitchen doing this…I think mine would have great fun. Liking the no TV week idea-especially if it means more kids-on recipes like this! Pinning and following you!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      March 3, 2014 at 5:01 PM

      Peppermint patties are the best! And this recipe is really a great way to have your kids get in the kitchen and help. Thanks so much for the pin and the follow!

      Reply
  23. Jocelyn @BruCrew Life says

    February 28, 2014 at 5:50 PM

    We really do try to limit the tv during the week. But it sure would be easier if the weather would hurry up and get nice! I’m so ready for spring this year. These are the prettiest mint patties…love that pop of green!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      March 3, 2014 at 5:02 PM

      I hear that Jocelyn! Get these kids outside 🙂 Thank you so much!

      Reply
  24. Sandra says

    February 27, 2014 at 5:52 PM

    I loved these. I pinned them earlier this week and didn’t even know they were yours. Thanks for linking up to our party – Eat. Create. Party! Love that you posted these! xo San

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      March 3, 2014 at 6:17 PM

      Thank you so much Sandra!

      Reply
  25. Sarah @ Miss CandiQuik says

    February 26, 2014 at 10:51 AM

    These look like pure perfection. The green color is so bright and perfect! In my mind, you can’t really go wrong with mint and chocolate…sharing! p.s. hope to see you at BlogHer Food ’14 🙂

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 27, 2014 at 1:11 PM

      Thank you Sarah! You’re so sweet 🙂 I am sadly not going to BlogHer Food this year. I’m going to BlogHer in San Jose instead. No flying 😉 Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  26. Carolyn Michelle says

    February 26, 2014 at 7:37 AM

    These. Look. Amazing. And as a plus, gluten free!!!! I totally want to try these out. Thanks for sharing!!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 27, 2014 at 1:13 PM

      Thank you so much Carolyn!

      Reply
  27. Heather @ French Press says

    February 24, 2014 at 7:12 PM

    we do “no-tech” weeks too – hard but SO worth it.

    and I love these mint patties

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 27, 2014 at 1:46 PM

      That’s exactly how I feel. Hard but worth it 🙂 Thanks Heather!

      Reply
  28. Krista says

    February 24, 2014 at 6:17 AM

    Yum! And so easy! Love the idea! Found you on marvelous Mondays 🙂

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 24, 2014 at 9:09 AM

      Thanks so much Krista!

      Reply
  29. Kate@Diethood says

    February 22, 2014 at 7:04 AM

    Hi, sweets!! NO TV?!?! You, you, you wonderful mom you!!! I couldn’t do it. NO way. It’s -10 degrees… the TV is the only thing that will save them from my wrath. hahaha

    These are incredibly beautiful and I’m sure they are also addictive!!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 24, 2014 at 3:08 PM

      LOL! See, it’s in the 70s here…I have no excuse 🙂 Thanks Kate!

      Reply
  30. Gloria // Simply Gloria says

    February 21, 2014 at 5:37 PM

    Well, that sounds like a great plan… for both my boys. My teen would probably drive me insane, or just go down to the river and fish. Then the 7 yr old would think I’ve totally deprived him! But, my youngest loves to be in the kitchen with me, too. Love these chocolate goodies… so pretty, too!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 24, 2014 at 3:10 PM

      I extended the no TV rule to this week and Reece is pretty perturbed right now. Bryce is much more easy going thank goodness 🙂 Thanks Gloria!

      Reply
  31. Kathi @ Deliciously Yum! says

    February 21, 2014 at 6:35 AM

    Love these! Especially the color – it definitely gets me in the mood for all the St. Patrick’s Day recipes coming up – cannot wait. Oh, and mint is one of my favorite flavors!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 24, 2014 at 3:16 PM

      Thank you Kathi! I am definitely getting excited for St. Patrick’s Day this year 🙂 LOVE mint!

      Reply
  32. Renee@Two in the Kitchen says

    February 21, 2014 at 5:49 AM

    I think that’s great that you turned the TV off! I think it actually releases some tension in the home when you do that!! I love that your boys like to help in the kitchen. I think cooking together brings families closer. Yummy looking mints! Perfect for st. patty’s day. 🙂

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 24, 2014 at 3:17 PM

      It really does Renee. They get mad at me for a little bit but soon forget about it and just play or hang out with me. Thank you!

      Reply
  33. Nancy P.@thebittersideofsweet says

    February 20, 2014 at 1:55 PM

    Good for you on the no tv time Trish! Ours are on a very limited schedule and it can make it tough sometimes but it will bring out the creativeness in everyone! These look perfect! Definitely need to try them!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 24, 2014 at 3:20 PM

      Totally agree Nancy! Thanks so much for stopping by!

      Reply
  34. Kayre says

    February 20, 2014 at 11:16 AM

    Thanks for sharing…I LOVE mint…just finished a York patty!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 24, 2014 at 3:20 PM

      You are so welcome! Thanks for stopping by Kayre!

      Reply
  35. Gretchen @ Two Healthy Kitchens says

    February 20, 2014 at 3:37 AM

    Trish – it is so refreshing to hear that other moms limit screen time! You aren’t mean at all! (And if you are – then so am I! Lol!) I think it’s important that my kiddos find other things to do, as well – to be creative, to play together, to be reminded that life exists beyond the glow of a screen!
    My kids love peppermint, too – what a super fun activity to do together! Oh – and yours all look totally perfect! 🙂

    Reply
  36. Jen @ Savory Simple says

    February 19, 2014 at 7:53 PM

    I saw these on pinterest and had to check them out. How delicious!

    Reply
  37. Chandra@The Plaid & Paisley Kitchen says

    February 19, 2014 at 5:55 PM

    Oh My! Who needs York when you can make these! So super yummy!!! Pinned!

    Reply
  38. Marcie says

    February 19, 2014 at 5:07 PM

    It is much harder for the parents when there’s no tv or video games for the kids — you’re so right! I think it’s great you did that, and incorporated a way for the kids to help you. What fun, and what delicious treats! I grew up loving junior mints, so I know I would love these!

    Reply
  39. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says

    February 19, 2014 at 3:34 PM

    OMG Jordan would revolt. So would I!!!! 🙂

    LOVE these, of course. Mint rocks!

    Reply
  40. Ashton says

    February 19, 2014 at 3:05 PM

    Perfect timing for Chocolate Mint Day!! 🙂 These look awesome, and I think you’ve just about got me convinced I need to make a batch of your famous mint patties!

    Reply

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