HOMEMADE JUNIOR MINT CHOCOLATE CANDIES

Homemade Junior Mint Chocolate Candies are soft, chewy, minty and oh so delicious. These chocolate mints are a fantastic alternative to the store bought version, you may never go back to the boxed option again!

Prep Time30

cooling2

Total Time2 30

Course: Candy, Desserts, No-Bake Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: HOMEMADE JUNIOR MINT CHOCOLATE CANDIES

Servings: mints

Calories: 35kcal

Author: Jessica & Nellie

Ingredients

4 cups powdered sugar
5 ounces cream cheese
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon shortening

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Prep: Start by lining a baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper, set aside.
Filling: In the bowl of a stand mixer, fitted with a paddle attachment, combine the powdered sugar, cream cheese, peppermint extract, and salt. Proceed to beat the mixture on medium speed, for 2 minutes or until smooth.
Chocolate coating: Next, in a separate bowl, combine the chocolate chips and shortening, then place it into the microwave and heat for 1 minute. Let it sit in the microwave for 2 minutes after heating, then stir gently. If the chocolate isn't melted after 1 minute, keep heating at 30-second intervals at a time, until melted and smooth.
Shape: Once the filling is mixed, divide it into 4 equal pieces. Then place the pieces onto a clean surface dusted with powdered sugar. After that, roll each piece into logs about ½” in diameter, then cut each log into ½” pieces. Next, flatten each ½” piece between your fingers, gently shaping it into a disc.
Coat in chocolate: Proceed to dip each disc into the melted chocolate, then remove and place onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet. Continue to repeat this step with the remaining mint pieces. Pro Tip: Use a fork to retrieve the mint after it has been dipped into the chocolate. This will allow the excess chocolate to drip back into the bowl. After all mint pieces have been dipped in the chocolate, allow them to cool and set before serving. You can let them set at room temperature or in the fridge to speed the process up a bit. Once cooled, serve and enjoy!
A Decorative Idea: This is completely optional, but once the chocolate on the mints has set, you may drizzle additional melted chocolate over the top for an extra element. Allow the chocolate to set before serving.

Notes

Homemade Junior Mint Chocolate Candies are an absolutely heavenly treat that you are sure to enjoy. These chocolate mints make a great alternative to store bought candy, give them a try and you will see just how amazing they are.

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