These dairy free peppermint patties are cool and minty and coated in rich dark chocolate. A 5 ingredient recipe that brings a refreshing twist on the classic candy favorite! Also: turn vegan peppermint patties into junior mints!
recipe originally published May 1, 2016
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Why you'll love this recipe
If you are a fan of cool mint paired with rich chocolate, you will love these dairy free peppermint patties. This is a super simple, incredibly tasty recipe.
This recipe takes less than 30 minutes, and has only 5 ingredients. These minty treats are gluten and soy free in addition to being plant based / vegan. I include these with my holiday cookie and treat trays, and always add festive sprinkles or drizzle with colored icing.
How to make homemade junior mints!
Homemade peppermint patties are so easy to make, and this is a recipe kids can absolutely help with!
You basically process shredded coconut into a paste like dough and add the flavorings and sweetener. Use your hands to shape that dough into discs, and cover in melted chocolate.
I have also made this recipe into small chocolate covered bites, like a Junior Mint!
Can I use sweetened coconut?
Yes, you absolutely can use sweetened coconut. I do believe the maple syrup helps to form the "dough" a bit, so if you reduce the maple syrup and the dough is not coming together, add a small bit of water, one teaspoon at a time, to help form the dough.
How long do vegan peppermint patties last?
My rule for maximum flavor and freshness is to enjoy this recipe within a week. Serve peppermint patties at room temperature or chilled.
Refrigerate in a glass container with a tightly fitting lid.
Did you make these dairy free peppermint patties?
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Dairy Free Peppermint Patties
These treats are cool and minty and coated in rich dark chocolate. A 5 ingredient recipe that brings a refreshing twist on the classic candy favorite!
Ingredients
- 3 cups (240g) shredded unsweetened coconut
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) maple syrup
- ½ to ¾ teaspoon peppermint extract (food grade peppermint oil)
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil, divided
- 1 cup (120g) dark chocolate, chips or chopped
Instructions
- Add shredded coconut to the bowl of a food processor or high speed blender. Blend, scraping down sides as needed, until a paste forms. The texture should feel like dough when squeezed between your fingers. Continue scraping down sides as it is blending.
- Add maple syrup, peppermint extract, and one teaspoon coconut oil. Mix again until incorporated. Again, look for a dough like consistency. Scrape down sides as needed. Scoop the mixture and pack firmly using a tablespoon. Roll between palms to form a ball, and gently press down to form a disc. Use fingers to gently pat down so patties are not too tall.
- Place patties on a parchment lined baking sheet or plate, and continue until all coconut mixture is used - the recipe should make about fourteen patties. Place in the freezer for ten minutes.
- Melt the chocolate and the remaining one teaspoon coconut oil over a double boiler or in a microwave for thirty second increments until melted.
- Individually place a chilled patty on the prongs of a fork to dip into the chocolate. Tap off any excess and set back on parchment. Continue until all of the patties are coated.
- Place in refrigerator or freezer to set for eight to ten minutes or until chocolate is firm.
- Peel the patties away from parchment and transfer to a serving platter.
Notes
Make junior mints!
I have also made this recipe into small chocolate covered bites, like a Junior Mint! Simply roll smaller amounts of dough into balls and coat in chocolate.
Can I use sweetened coconut?
Yes, you absolutely can use sweetened coconut. I do believe the maple syrup helps to form the "dough" a bit, so if you reduce the maple syrup and the dough is not coming together, add a small bit of water, one teaspoon at a time, to help form the dough.
How long do homemade peppermint patties last?
My rule for maximum flavor and freshness is to enjoy this recipe within a week. Serve peppermint patties at room temperature or chilled.
Refrigerate in a glass container with a tightly fitting lid.
Recipe reprinted from Minimalist Baker's Everyday Cooking by arrangement with Avery Books, a member of Penguin Group (USA) LLC, A Penguin Random House Company. Copyright © 2016, Dana Shultz
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
14Serving Size:
1 pattyAmount Per Serving: Calories: 181Total Fat: 4gSodium: 9mgCarbohydrates: 11gFiber: 5gSugar: 6gProtein: 3g
nutrition calculations results vary by calculator, are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to replace medical advice or treatment.
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Cadry says
Oh, I used to love peppermint patties! These look so good. My friend always makes the spinach and artichoke dip from Minimalist Baker, and so I've had it many times at parties. Very tasty!
Healing Tomato says
personally, I could talk about the weather all 24/7. Huge fan of minimalist baker. You did a great job adapting her recipe.
Ricki says
Yum!! Gotta give these a try--so simple and looks so delish!
Sophia says
Peppermint patties are one of my faves! But I really only love them when partially frozen. Weird?? But that bite they get when they are super cold but not hard yet...MMMMMMM
Becky Striepe says
Oh my gosh, I miss peppermint patties so much!
Kristina Sloggett says
these are SO GOOD, Becky!
Heather Kinnaird says
I cannot wait to try! I am a HUGE peppermint patty fan
Lauren says
Yep, totally making these! I'm a sucker for peppermint patties and I love this healthier version!
Marye says
Oh my goodness, these look amazing! I love these, they are one of my favorite candies!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Peppermint patties ARE my #1 favorite <3 Chocolate and mint just can't be beat!
Marlynn @ UrbanBlissLife says
Yes, I do believe I will be making a batch of these soon. They look like the perfect afternoon treats! I need to go pick up her book, too. It sounds wonderful.
Kristina Sloggett says
you will LOVE her book, Marlynn! and yes, we are loving these cool minty treats.