Peppermint Patties

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Ingredients

1 pound confectioners sugar

3 tablespoons butter, softened

2 teaspoons peppermint extract

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 cup evaporated milk

12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips

2 tablespoons shortening

Preparation

In bowl, combine sugar, butter, and extracts. Add milk and mix well.

Roll into 1" balls and place on waxed paper lined cookie sheets. Chill for about 20 minutes. Flatten with glass to 1/4" and chill another 20-30 minutes.

In microwave melt shortening and chocolate chips on high for about 1 minute. Dip patties into chocolate and place on waxed paper lined sheets to harden.