Enjoy these homemade festive peppermint chocolate bites for a delightful holiday treat. An irresistible peppermint filling enveloped in a luscious dark chocolate and adorned with colorful sprinkles. Ideal for gifting!
In the bowl of a mixer, combine the sweetened condensed milk, pure peppermint extract, and vanilla extract.
2
Add half of the powdered sugar and beat with a mixer on low speed.
3
Gradually add the remaining powdered sugar, continuing to beat until a smooth dough forms.
4
Shape the peppermint dough into small balls, then press them flat into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Transfer them to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
5
Cover the baking sheet and freeze the peppermint rounds for 15 minutes.
6
In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate chips and coconut oil. Cook in the microwave at 30-second intervals until melted, stirring occasionally.
7
Using a fork, dip the chilled peppermint rounds one by one into the melted chocolate, then place them on a piece of parchment paper.
8
Sprinkle the holiday sprinkles over each chocolate-covered peppermint round immediately.
9
Allow the festive peppermint chocolate bites to cool and set, then serve. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.