Description
Delight in these homemade Chocolate Mint Creams, featuring smooth semisweet chocolate shells filled with a refreshing peppermint cream center. Perfect for holidays and special occasions, these bite-sized treats combine rich chocolate and cool mint flavors with an optional festive green tint.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Coating
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons shortening
- 2 teaspoons peppermint extract
Mint Cream Filling
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- Green food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and shortening in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly after each interval until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Add Peppermint Extract: Stir the peppermint extract into the melted chocolate until it is well combined, infusing the chocolate with a fresh mint flavor.
- Prepare Mint Cream Filling: In a separate bowl, combine the confectioners’ sugar, water, and a few drops of green food coloring if desired. Mix thoroughly until the mixture forms a smooth, pliable cream.
- Shape Filling: Roll the peppermint cream mixture into small balls approximately 1 teaspoon each in size. Flatten each ball gently into a disc shape. Place these discs on waxed paper and refrigerate them until they become firm to the touch.
- Coat with Chocolate: Using a fork, carefully dip each chilled peppermint cream disc into the melted chocolate, coating it completely. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off before placing the coated creams back onto waxed paper.
- Chill to Set: Refrigerate the chocolate-coated creams until the chocolate hardens completely. Store finished chocolates in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and firmness.
Notes
- Shortening is used to help the chocolate coating set with a smooth texture and shine.
- Green food coloring is optional but adds a festive touch to the peppermint cream center.
- Ensure the peppermint creams are fully chilled and firm before dipping to avoid deformation.
- Store chocolates in a cool place to prevent melting, ideally in the refrigerator.
- Use waxed paper for easy removal of chocolates without sticking.
