This peppermint patties recipe is SO amazing!
Peppermint patties have to be the most delicious candies on the planet. If you're a fan too, then you'll definitely want to check out this low-carb dessert option that is SO EASY to make. You will never settle for the store-bought stuff ever again!
You can't really talk about peppermint patties unless you discuss the flavor. Whoever first put peppermint and chocolate together has to be a genius! This is a classic combination that keeps people coming back again and again. The refreshing peppermint coupled with the rich deliciousness of chocolate is second to none.
One of the best things about this low carb dessert is that it requires absolutely no cook time. For those of us who would prefer to not turn on the oven, this is a treat in itself. Simply combine all the ingredients, slather it in chocolate, and you're done. It just doesn't get any easier than that!
And let's not forget to mention what keeps this dessert a keto option. Powdered erythritol is sweeter than sugar, but is actually a sugar alcohol. This means that the body processes it much easier than regular sugar. That also means that people follow a low carb and sugar-free diet can enjoy this delicious treat with absolutely no guilt!
If you're in the mood to whip up your very own candy, then look no further than this amazing recipe. You could even make this a group effort to enjoy with your family and friends or make up a batch to give as gifts. There are countless options here. Whatever you decide, one thing is for certain, peppermint patties are a delicious treat that everybody can enjoy! Try to it today and see just how simple it is to fall in love with this amazing recipe!
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- 4 ounces chopped dark chocolate (90% cacao)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons butter
- 1/2 cup coconut oil (softened)
- 3/4 cup So Nourished powdered erythritol
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons peppermint extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Line two baking sheets with parchment and set them aside.
- Melt the dark chocolate and butter in a double boiler over medium-low heat.
- When the chocolate is melted, stir smooth and keep warm.
- Beat the coconut oil with the erythritol until smooth then beat in the heavy cream plus the peppermint and vanilla extracts.
- Spoon the peppermint mixture onto the baking sheets in mounds using a tablespoon – you should get about 16 of them.
- Flatten the mounds slightly then freeze for 15 minutes or until firm.
- Dip the peppermint mounds in the melted chocolate and place them back on the baking sheet.
- Chill until the chocolate is hardened then store in the fridge.
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The content on this website should not be taken as medical advice and you should ALWAYS consult with your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program. We provide nutritional data for our recipes as a courtesy to our readers. We use Total Keto Diet app software to calculate the nutrition and we remove fiber and sugar alcohols, like erythritol, from the total carbohydrate count to get to the net carb count, as they do not affect your blood glucose levels. You should independently calculate nutritional information on your own and not rely on our data. The website or content herein is not intended to cure, prevent, diagnose or treat any disease. This website shall not be liable for adverse reactions or any other outcome resulting from the use of recipes or recommendations on the Website or actions you take as a result. Any action you take is strictly at your own risk.
Dr. Rosmy Barrios, MD is an aesthetic medicine specialist whose work focuses on patients who are treated for obesity, metabolic syndrome, and other weight-related issues through nutritional analysis, keto diet programs, and supporting medications.
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