Description
Peppermint meltaways are a delightful treat that combine a rich, creamy texture with a refreshing peppermint flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix powdered sugar and cocoa powder.
- Add softened butter, cream, peppermint extract, and salt. Mix until smooth.
- Chill the mixture for 30 minutes.
- Shape into small balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Freeze for 1 hour.
- Melt dark chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler.
- Dip each ball in chocolate and place back on the baking sheet.
- Chill until chocolate hardens.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container.
- Try using white chocolate for a different flavor.
- Adjust peppermint extract to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: peppermint meltaways, dessert, no-bake treats