Peppermint Patties

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Peppermint Patties

Description

I wanted to thin out some of my cookbook collection so I decided to place some of my favorite recipes here. This is from the Amish Friends cookbook. This candy recipe contains a surprise ingredient . . . mashed potatoes. Note: This recipe won a first-place ribbon at the Malheur County Fair in Ontario, Oregon. It also won the grand prize in the candy division. Time to make does not include chill time.

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :15 Min

Cook Time : 0 Min

Total Time : 15 Min

Ingredients

Serves : 30-36
  • 1⁄2 mashed potatoes


  • 1 shortening


  • 3 1⁄2 powdered sugar


  • 7drops peppermint extract


  • dark sweet chocolate, melted

Directions

  • Beat first 4 ingredients until smooth. Add additional powdered sugar if needed to reach desired consistency.
  • Shape into patties and freeze. Coat patties with melted chocolate while frozen.