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    Homemade Dairy-Free Peppermint Patties

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    By Alisa Fleming on December 17, 2014 Alisa's Favorite Dairy-Free Recipes, Dairy Free Desserts, Dairy-Free Recipes

    As 2014 comes to a close, I’ve got part six of our Pure Chocolate Wisdom series, sponsored by Pascha Chocolate. I hand-picked Pascha Chocolate for Go Dairy Free, as it is made in a top allergen-free facility (dairy-free, nut-free, gluten-free, and even soy-free!), and is certified organic, vegan, fair trade, kosher, and non-GMO verified. They even offer 100% cacao chocolate chips that are suitable for paleo diets.

    For the yearly wrap-up, I used wisdom from the prior posts in this series to create something simple, but amazing: all-natural, vegan, egg-free, gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free and dairy-free peppermint patties!

    Homemade Dairy-Free Peppermint Patties - so easy, delicious, and naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, free of top allergens and vegan!

    Dairy-free peppermint patties are so fun to make. The filling dough comes together in minutes, and is easy to roll and cut, just like sugar cookies!

    Homemade Dairy-Free Peppermint Patties - so easy, delicious, and naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, free of top allergens and vegan!

    And then the dipping begins! My favorite technique for melting chocolate is easy, quick, and pretty much foolproof, plus it gives you the freedom to take your time as you dunk each slice.

    Homemade Dairy-Free Peppermint Patties - so easy, delicious, and naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, free of top allergens and vegan!

    The end result is so much fresher than store-bought peppermint patties, and unlike the York variety, these are free of corn, dairy, egg, and soy. Plus, you can make them into festive shapes to fit the season: hearts, trees, and yes, even gingerbread men…

    Homemade Dairy-Free Peppermint Patties - so easy, delicious, and naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, free of top allergens and vegan!

    Oops, one got away! No worries – it’s okay if he just needs some time to chill alone. These homemade dairy-free peppermint patties taste even better when made a day ahead – allowing the peppermint flavor time to mellow and meld.

    Homemade Dairy-Free Peppermint Patties - so easy, delicious, and naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, free of top allergens and vegan!

    Pure Chocolate Wisdom Series Healthy Posts:

    Part 1: 5 Surprising and Scientifically Shown Health Benefits of Dark Chocolate
    Part 2: New Research: The Chocolate Gut Connection
    Part 3: Superfoods Meet Chocolate: Maca, Lucuma, and Arabica
    Part 4: The Best Way to Melt Chocolate (Comparison)
    Part 5: Bean to Bar Chocolate Explained

    Delicious Dairy-Free Chocolate Recipes from my Kitchen:

    • Pure Chocolate Truffle Snacks
    • Chocolate Banana Monkey Pops
    • Cherry Chocolate Chip Shake
    • No Bake Superfood Chocolate Crunch
    • Chocolate Pumpkin Butter Cups
    • Double Chocolate Orange Cookies
    • Dairy-Free Peppermint Patties (recipe below!)

    Reader Raves

    Thanks to Linda for sharing her feedback via Facebook on this recipe. She said, “I made a batch at thanksgiving and everyone said they tasted better then the ones in the stores.” Her friend Jill responded, “I am one of those people! Linda shared some with me and they were WAY better than the store bought ones.”

    Special Diet & Ingredient Notes: Dairy-Free Peppermint Patties

    By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan / plant-based, and vegetarian. Just be sure to use brands and ingredient options in these dairy-free peppermint patties that suit your dietary needs.

    • Chocolate: I use Pascha Chocolate because it is dairy-free, soy-free, certified gluten-free, certified vegan, and made in a facility free of the top allergens. Since they offer so many percentages (chips in 55%, 85%, or 100% and bars in 55%, 60% w/ Maca, 70%, or 85%), you can opt for an outer coating that’s milky, semi-sweet, dark, or unsweetened for contrast.
    • Oil / Shortening: I used Nutiva Superfood Shortening, but their coconut oil will also work quite well.
    • Coconut Cream: I used the thick cream from So Delicious Culinary Coconut Milk. If you have nut allergy concerns, see this post: Are coconut-based foods safe for tree nut allergies?
    • Powdered Sugar: I use organic powdered sugar for environmental reasons, but it is also a great option if you are strictly vegan or avoiding corn (most organic brands are not cut with cornstarch).
    • Pure Extracts: I actually used Simply Organic peppermint oil, but an alcohol-free extract would also work well. Just make sure you go pure, rather than artificial, with both the peppermint and vanilla for the best taste. I prefer alcohol-free since this is a no bake recipe.

    I am sharing this recipe on Gluten-Free Wednesdays at Gluten Free Easily and Allergy-Free Wednesdays at Whole New Mom!

    5.0 from 2 reviews
    Dairy-Free Peppermint Patties
     
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    Prep time
    30 mins
    Total time
    30 mins
     
    Author: Alisa Fleming
    Serves: 36 to 40 patties
    Ingredients
    • 2¼ cups organic powdered confectioners' sugar
    • 2 tablespoons + 1 tablespoon palm shortening (like Nutiva or Spectrum), divided
    • 2 tablespoons coconut cream (see note below)
    • 1½ to 2 teaspoons pure peppermint extract
    • ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • 1⅓ cups dairy-free, soy-free chocolate chips or about 7½ ounces chopped semi-sweet or dark chocolate (I use Pascha 55% Organic Chocolate)
    • Toppings, such as sprinkles or crushed candy cane (optional)
    Instructions
    1. Sift the powdered sugar into a mixing bowl. Add 2 tablespoons coconut oil or shortening, the coconut cream, and the extracts. Stir by hand or with a mixer on low until thoroughly combined. It may form crumbs rather than a smooth dough - that is fine.
    2. Bring the mixture together with your hands, which will help to warm it just enough, kneading a few times until you get a relatively smooth dough. Now you can a) roll the dough into a log that is about 1½ inches in diameter or b) roll the dough out onto wax or parchment paper to about ¼ inch thickness. I like option b - cut the rolled dough with small round cookie cutters or desired shapes (the dough is a little fragile, so nothing too intricate), as you would with sugar cookies.
    3. Place the log or cut dough into your refrigerator and let chill for about 30 to 60 minutes. If using the log method, remove the log from the fridge, and slice into ¼ inch circles.
    4. In a medium-sized bowl, melt the chocolate with the remaining 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening. If melting the chocolate via the microwave or stove top, let it cool for a few minutes before proceeding.
    5. One at a time, dunk the filling rounds or shapes in the chocolate, carefully remove, letting residual chocolate drip off, and place on wax paper, parchment paper, or a silicone baking mat.
    6. If using sprinkles or crushed candy canes, top the chocolates now, while still wet.
    7. Let the candies set up at room temperature (can take several hours, depending on how warm your home is), or cheat a little and chill in the refrigerator until set.
    8. Once set, store in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days, or chilled for longer.
    Notes
    Shortening Note: I prefer using an organic shortening in this recipe for best taste and consistency (such as Nutiva or Spectrum), but you can sub a buttery spread or you can sub coconut butter in the patty center (2 tablespoons) and coconut oil (1 tablespoon) in the chocolate. Coconut oil can work in the patty center, but is a little more finicky and will melt more readily with warm chocolate.
    Coconut Cream Note: You can buy it at the store in cans, but you can alternatively let full-fat coconut milk (sold in cans or small 11-ounce cartons) settle (in the refrigerator, if needed), and skim coconut cream from the top to use in this recipe. I used So Delicious Original Culinary Coconut Milk and skimmed the cream (keep the rest to use in other recipes!).
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    Homemade Dairy-Free Peppermint Patties - so easy, delicious, and naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, free of top allergens and vegan!

    Alisa Fleming
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    34 Comments

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    2. Mindy on November 25, 2016 12:23 pm

      I made these exactly as directed, using Spectrum shortening and they turned out perfect! The filling was really easy to work with. They tasted better than York! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on November 25, 2016 12:26 pm

        So glad they worked out well for you Mindy!

        Reply
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    9. Amy on January 26, 2015 9:04 am

      I had the same question about the use of sugar. What happens with just using stevia? By stevia-blend do you mean a blend of stevia and sugar? How about brown sugar and stevia?

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on January 26, 2015 9:23 am

        They have “stevia baking blends” which have bulk fillers added so that you can use it as a 1:1 ratio for sugar. I don’t recommend it, but you can try! Another option is powdering coconut and then sweetening w/ stevia to taste. I haven’t tested though!

        Reply
        • Amy P. on January 26, 2015 9:43 am

          Ok. I may try the stevia blend or just wait until I can actually eat sugar again. I think the coconut flake-stevia option may alter the taste.

          Either way I am so happy to have found this recipe. Thank you! Peppermint chocolate is my weakness. 🙂

          Reply
          • Alisa Fleming on January 26, 2015 7:26 pm

            You’re welcome – I hope it works out for you! Feel free to share if you do find a good option.

            These aren’t stevia, but are a couple of sugar-free options:
            http://simplysugarandglutenfree.com/flourless-chocolate-torte-with-powdered-sugar-dairy-free/
            http://wholenewmom.com/whole-new-budget/how-to-make-powdered-sugar-powdered-sugar-substitute/

            Reply
    10. jenna b on January 9, 2015 12:22 am

      Funny thing is, I am allergic to cane sugar. How much stevia would I use plus what else could i use to balance out the sheer bulk of the amount of powdered sugar added?

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on January 9, 2015 7:45 am

        You would need to use a stevia blend or other sugar alternative in an equivalent amount for the recipe to work. Just using straight stevia wouldn’t give the right consistency.

        Reply
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    13. Susan on January 4, 2015 11:10 am

      In the peppermint patties is there a suggestion for the coconut cream? I am allergic to coconut as well as dairy.

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on February 1, 2015 7:38 pm

        Hi Susan, You mainly just need a little liquid. You can up the shortening slightly, like to 3 tablespoons in the filling, and then add milk alternative (your choice of type), as needed. It will probably be around 1 tablespoon, but may be a little more or less. You want the filling to be crumbly when just mixed, but able to come together with your hands into a smooth, kneadable dough that can be rolled.

        Reply
    14. Caroline on January 4, 2015 11:02 am

      I adore all things peppermint and these look amazing! Maybe I’ll make some tonight!!

      Reply
    15. Punner on January 1, 2015 5:15 pm

      Just wondering if you have a nutritional guide with these mint patties. I have to substitute all my sugars (Candida) but I’m curious to know what this original recipe holds for carbs and sugar content.

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on January 2, 2015 7:07 am

        You can look up and calculate nutrition info via sources on the web. That said, if you are looking to cut all sugars for Candida, this is not the recipe for you.

        Reply
    16. Annalise on December 23, 2014 9:14 am

      Thanks Alisa, I did add more cream and still had problems. I was able to get some patties out of it then stuck the rest of the dough in the fridge overnight. I don’t know if I just needed a break from it cause I was losing my patience, but I went back to it today, stuck it in the microwave to soften like 20 min and low and behold I was able to finish it up and it rolled much easier. Can’t wait to try.

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on December 23, 2014 9:55 am

        I’m glad it worked out but so sorry for the trouble!! I’ve made many batches and they literally took 5 minutes (aside from the dipping), I can’t imagine the problem! Could even be slight differences in the fat/room temp. Happy that you can still enjoy though 🙂

        Reply
    17. Annalise on December 22, 2014 7:03 pm

      I tried making these today and it would not form a dough. I measured it exactly as the recipe stated but all I get are crumbs. Any suggestions?

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on December 23, 2014 7:19 am

        Hi Annalise, yes, when you blend it, it forms crumbs. As per the instructions, you need to bring it together into a dough with your hands. It comes together! If it is still too crumbly, add just a bit more coconut cream (1 teaspoon at a time) until it comes together. You are working it with your hands though – don’t stop with a mixer or spoon!

        Reply
    18. Frannie on December 22, 2014 3:41 am

      looks delicious.. All I have is coconut milk… I will have to get other ingredients.. I can’t wait!!!!

      Reply
    19. Hippie Butter on December 21, 2014 6:31 pm

      I know what I’m baking for Santa now. Thanks for the great idea.

      Reply
    20. Shirley @ gfe & All Gluten-Free Desserts on December 17, 2014 9:06 pm

      Wow, Alisa! Those look amazing and both the patties and people are adorable. Thanks so much for sharing on Gluten-Free Wednesday. 🙂

      Shirley

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on December 18, 2014 7:54 am

        Thanks Shirley!

        Reply
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