Homemade Peppermint Patties

Ingredients:

¾ cup sweetened condensed milk

1 ½ teaspoons peppermint extract

4 cups confectioners sugar

1 pound chocolate almond bark

Sprinkles optional

Instructions:

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper and set aside. Clear a place in your freezer to fit the baking sheet.

In a large bowl, mix together the sweetened condensed milk and peppermint extract.

Using an electric mixer, slowly mix in the confectioners sugar. You want a stiff dough that is not sticky.

Once your dough is formed roll it into balls and place them onto the lined tray. Gently flatten the balls down into a thick disc shape.

Place the tray into the freezer for 1 hour.

When you are ready to dip, melt your almond bark in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth.

Working quickly, dip the peppermint patties into the chocolate. Gently shake off any excess or scrape it off the bottom on the side of the bowl.

Place dipped candy back onto the lined baking sheet and immediately top with sprinkles.

Allow the chocolate to set fully before serving or storing.