February 11 - National Peppermint Patty Day

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Title: Creamy Peppermint Patties
Categories: Candy, Chocolate, Cheese
Yield: 96 servings

8 oz Cream cheese; softened
1 ts Peppermint extract
9 c Confectioners' sugar
1 1/2 c Milk chocolate chips
1 1/2 c Semisweet chocolate chips
3 tb Shortening

Beat cream cheese and extract until smooth. Gradually
add confectioners' sugar, beating well.

Shape into 1" balls. Place on waxed paper-lined baking
sheets. Flatten into patties 1 1/2" to 1 3/4" diameter.
Cover and refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.

In a microwave, melt chips and shortening; stir until
smooth. Cool slightly. Dip patties in melted chocolate,
allowing excess to drip off; place on waxed paper until
set. Store in the refrigerator.

Donna Gonda, North Canton, Ohio

Makes about 8 dozen

RECIPE FROM: https://www.tasteofhome.com

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