Healthier Peppermint Patties
With just four ingredients, these healthier Peppermint Patties will satisfy your craving for the mint and chocolate treat. They are gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, and even sugar-free with the use of powdered monk fruit and unsweetened chocolate chips.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
Ingredients
For the filling
- 1 cup coconut oil room temperature
- ⅓ cup powdered monk fruit sugar
- 1-2 teaspoons peppermint extract depending on how strong you want the peppermint flavor
For the chocolate coating
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Make the filling. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the coconut oil and powdered monk fruit sugar, and stir until creamed together. Add the peppermint extract and stir again until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a silicone mold, or shape the mixture into discs of desired size. Freeze for at least an hour until chilled.
- Melt the chocolate for the coating. In a small microwavable safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Heat for one minute, and stir until creamy and melted. Dip the chilled peppermint discs into the melted chocolate and transfer to a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Transfer to the refrigerator to set, at least 20 to 30 minutes.
Notes
Note: you can use granulated monk fruit instead of the powdered monk fruit, but the texture may be more grainy. You could also try using honey or maple syrup - I would add 2 tablespoons to start, and increase 1-2 tablespoons if needed