Chocolate Covered Peppermint Patties

These cool peppermint patties are made with mashed potatoes.

• Preparation Time: 45 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 118 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 8 cups confectioners' sugar
• 2 tablespoons shortening
• 8 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 2 teaspoons peppermint extract
• 1 cup mashed potatoes

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix together the potatoes, salt, butter, and peppermint extract. Gradually mix in confectioners' sugar; mix in enough to make a workable dough, between 6 and 8 cups.

Step 2

Knead slightly, and roll into cherry-size balls. Flatten balls to form patties. Arrange on sheets of wax paper, and allow to dry overnight.

Step 3

Place chocolate and shortening in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in microwave, stirring occasionally, until melted and smooth. Dip patties in melted chocolate, and let cool on wax paper.