Rich and creamy, these Chocolate Covered Mint Patties are so easy to make and are incredibly scrumptious!
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.
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.
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.
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!
More Mint Treats
- Cream Cheese Mints
- Chocolate Mint Brownies
- Mint Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies
- Chocolate Mint Cream Cheese Buttons
How To Make Chocolate Mint Patties
Chocolate Covered Mint Patties
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.
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Carolyn Michelle says
These. Look. Amazing. And as a plus, gluten free!!!! I totally want to try these out. Thanks for sharing!!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank you so much Carolyn!
Heather @ French Press says
we do “no-tech” weeks too – hard but SO worth it.
and I love these mint patties
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
That’s exactly how I feel. Hard but worth it 🙂 Thanks Heather!
Krista says
Yum! And so easy! Love the idea! Found you on marvelous Mondays 🙂
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thanks so much Krista!
Kate@Diethood says
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!!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
LOL! See, it’s in the 70s here…I have no excuse 🙂 Thanks Kate!
Gloria // Simply Gloria says
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!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
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!
Kathi @ Deliciously Yum! says
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!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank you Kathi! I am definitely getting excited for St. Patrick’s Day this year 🙂 LOVE mint!
Renee@Two in the Kitchen says
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. 🙂
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
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!
Nancy P.@thebittersideofsweet says
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!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Totally agree Nancy! Thanks so much for stopping by!
Kayre says
Thanks for sharing…I LOVE mint…just finished a York patty!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
You are so welcome! Thanks for stopping by Kayre!
Gretchen @ Two Healthy Kitchens says
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! 🙂
Jen @ Savory Simple says
I saw these on pinterest and had to check them out. How delicious!
Chandra@The Plaid & Paisley Kitchen says
Oh My! Who needs York when you can make these! So super yummy!!! Pinned!
Marcie says
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!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
OMG Jordan would revolt. So would I!!!! 🙂
LOVE these, of course. Mint rocks!
Ashton says
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!