These homemade peppermint patties taste like the real deal, but are made with zero refined sugar! They are easy to make, delicious and are the perfect healthy treat.

Peppermint patties are one of my favorite candies! They have a sugary, sweet, and peppermint-flavored center and are coated with dark chocolate. I can’t believe it’s taken me this long to make my own version, but I’m so glad I did! This version tastes just like the real thing, but with wholesome ingredients.

There are three different types of coconut in this recipe – coconut cream, coconut butter and coconut oil and that combination creates a creamy, smooth filling that melts in your mouth.

This recipe is the perfect treat if you love coconut like I do.  I’m obsessed with coconuts, they are my favorite ingredient in desserts and healthy snacks.

The world is going coconuts. Following the popularity of coconut water, a broad spectrum of foods derived from the humble coconut is available. It now comes in a variety of forms from water to milk, cream, butter, oil, flour and shredded allowing for a variety of creative ways to add coconut to a healthy diet.

Coconut contains a unique type of medium chain saturated fat called lauric acid that research shows raises HDL or “good” cholesterol levels, which lowers overall heart disease risk.

As a plant food, coconuts also contain disease-fighting phytochemicals or antioxidants. Research suggests that coconut products helps boost metabolism which is helpful if excess body fat needs to be lost.

Just one scoop of coconut oil delivers a wide-range of healing properties. Produced in its most natural state, coconut oil will benefit you, your children and your pets. I put some into my dogs dinner regularly.

Whether you have chronic fatigue, weight problems, digestive or skin issues, or just want to give your body a good cleanse and boost your energy, coconut in any of its forms is so good for you. It is considered one of the healthiest foods on the planet!

People trying to reduce their sugar intake often complain about the lack of sweets in their quest to get healthier. That’s because a low-carb way of eating is very focused on eliminating harmful sugar from your diet. But there are options for that lingering sweet tooth in your life.

Hence these no-bake peppermint patties are both low-carb and packed with healthy fats and antioxidants. Eating more healthy fats is a great way to help satisfying your sweet cravings without the sugar.

Not only are these healthy treats insanely delicious and easy to prepare, they also comes with some surprising health benefits. From vitamins and minerals to plenty of healthy fats that support hormone health and neurotransmitter production, these little delights are the perfect addition to any healthy eating plan.

One little patty makes me happy in an instant. They are soft and chewy and you are going to love this superfood candy. It’s a simple and delicious way to incorporate the amazing health benefits of coconut into your lifestyle, as its bursting with nutrition and good stuff.

Peppermint patties are so refreshing and I love the combination of mint and chocolate. They have just the right balance of chocolate and mint – neither one overpowering the other. And even though coconut is used in three ways, they do not have a coconut flavor.

These of course won’t be exactly the same as the store bought ones, but these ones have no weird ingredients and I think you will like them better.  A classic treat made with real ingredients.

I can’t begin to tell you how satisfying it is to take an old favorite candy and ‘healthifying’  it making it totally without refined sugar and without the unhealthy ingredients that are in mass produced candies.

To make it even better, these have just 6 ingredients and they are totally creamy, sweet, and satisfying. You will never go back to store-bought after tasting these small but mighty delights!

Healthy Peppermint Patties

Easy peppermint patties will make your heart sing and your taste buds dance. These easy homemade peppermint patties are dairy free and sugar free. A healthy way to indulge in a childhood classic.

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword clean eating candy, clean eating dessert or snack, healthy peppermint patties, paleo peppsermint patties, peppermint patty recipe no bake

Servings 12

Ingredients

• 1 13.6 oz can coconut cream, full fat (solid part only) *see note below
• 1/2 cup coconut butter – store bought or recipe below in notes
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract

Chocolate Coating

• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil

Instructions

• Combine all filling ingredients in a small saucepan over a very low heat and gently melt. Once melted, remove from heat and whisk until smooth. Taste test and add more peppermint or honey if you think it needs it.

  Scoop the filling into a 12-hole silicone muffin pan or simply line a normal muffin tin with 12 paper liners, filling each slot with about 1 tablespoon of the peppermint filling mixture.

  Freeze the fillings for at least 1 hour, or until firm. Once the fillings are set and solid, melt the dark chocolate and coconut oil for the coating. 

Chocolate Coating

• Place chocolate chips and coconut oil in small dish and microwave at 50% power with 30 second bursts stirring between each one until melted and smooth.

  Or use double boiler method - (pot of boiling water with a bowl resting on top) melt the chocolate chips and the coconut oil together.

  Remove the peppermint fillings from the silicone muffin pan and dip, one at a time, into the melted chocolate turning over with a fork until fully coated.

  Another method is to hold each patty with a fork over the dish of melted chocolate and spoon the chocolate over each one. Allow the excess chocolate to drip off and set the peppermint candy onto a plate, rack or parchment lined tray. Repeat with all of the peppermint disks.

  Place on a rack or parchment paper as you repeat with remaining patties.

  Optional: drizzle the peppermint patties with any remaining chocolate and top with a pinch of flaked sea salt.

  Store in fridge up to 1 week or freezer for up to 3 months.

   

Notes

If you are anywhere near the health food or fitness circles, you have no doubt heard of coconut oil by now.

But have you ever heard of coconut butter? Oh my gosh is it good. It tastes like the most delicious, decadent, oh-so-bad-for-you treat.

Except, it’s not. It’s actually good for you. In fact, coconut butter packs a boatload of benefits:

It’s rich in lauric acid, which boosts immunity and destroys harmful bacteria, viruses, and funguses.

It actually boosts your metabolism, which aids in weight loss and increases energy levels.

Its a superb ingredient for protecting and replenishing the hair and skin

It’s packed with healthy fats, so you feel full longer.

It’s full of essential amino acids, calcium, and magnesium.

Basically, coconut butter is just plain awesome.

It’s so creamy, buttery, naturally sweet and full of nutrients, and it’s hard to believe that this tasty Homemade Coconut Butter from Scratch is made with one ingredient!

You may not know this, but a jar of high-quality coconut butter can be expensive.

Yes, that is one of the reasons that you should make you own - it’s unbelievably easy.

Besides being incredibly good for you, coconut butter greatly enhances the creamy texture of desserts, smoothies, ice creams, fudge and hot beverages. Even a spoonful out of the jar is not a bad thing.  😊

Once you start using it, you'll find many other ways to sneak it into your diet. 😉

Here is the recipe:  Homemade Coconut Butter 

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