The Perfect Homemade Peppermint Patties

• confectioners' sugar↗1 lb
• butter or margarine, softened↗3 tablespoons
• peppermint extract2 teaspoons
• evaporated milk↗1⁄4 cup
• semi-sweet chocolate chips↗1 ounce
• shortening↗2 tablespoons

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   In bowl, combine first 4 ingredients. Add milk and mix well.

2. 2

   Roll into 1 inch balls.

3. 3

   Place on wax paper-lined cookie sheet and chill for 20 minutes.

4. 4

   Flatten with a glass to 1/4 of inch; chill for 30 minutes.

5. 5

   In microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening together; stir well. Dip the patties in the mix and place on wax paper to harden and freeze for a short while. To give as gifts, give in tins.