5-Ingredient Keto Peppermint Patties

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These keto peppermint patties taste just like the classic York peppermint patties we all love from childhood. You’ll feel welcome to indulge in this healthier version guilt-free because it’s low-carb, dairy-free, and sugar-free.

If you’re a fan of York peppermint patties, you’ll love this homemade version! A creamy peppermint center enveloped in luscious dark chocolate satisfies every sweet tooth. This recipe contains zero white sugar, corn syrup, emulsifier, soy lecithin, natural flavor, or sugar, which is more than any York peppermint patty can claim.

York peppermint candies have a whopping 31 grams of sugar per patty. Can you believe this version has only 1 gram of net carb? Not to mention, we avoid all the other unnecessary additives and flavorings when we make keto York peppermint patties at home!

This healthy peppermint patty recipe is a good treat any time of year, but especially around the holidays. You can top them with fun sprinkles or crushed keto peppermint hard candies for the ultimate holiday treat. Wrap them up with a festive bow to make a lovely handmade holiday gift for family and friends. Or serve them at your next party! Either way, they will be loved by all.

How to Make Keto Peppermint Patties

You only need 5 simple ingredients and 20 minutes of active prep time to make homemade Yorks with a delicious creamy minty filling. The rest of the time the patties are chilling in the freezer. Add this recipe to your list of keto Christmas dinner recipes and serve as the best after-dinner mint ever!

Scroll to the bottom of this post for a printable recipe card with a full list of ingredients, measurements, and step-by-step instructions.

Ingredients You Need

For the filling:

• Coconut oil: Use refined coconut oil if you want a neutral taste, as unrefined coconut oil has a light coconut flavor that may come through in the recipe.
• Powdered sweetener: Don’t use granular sweetener, as the filling will be gritty. Powdered sweetener will give you the smoothest texture.
• Coconut cream: Helps create that rich, luscious, creamy filling. Coconut cream can be purchased on its own, or you can also collect the thick fat layer on top of canned coconut milk. Alternatively, you can use regular heavy cream if dairy is okay.
• Peppermint extract: This is the star of this recipe. Start with 1 teaspoon of the peppermint extract, but you can go up to 2 for a stronger flavor. Test first, though, as peppermint can be overpowering. 

For the chocolate shell:

• Cacao paste: Use unsweetened cacao paste or substitute it with baker’s chocolate for that deep dark chocolate flavor. You can also sub with sugar-free chocolate chips or a sugar-free chocolate bar.
• Coconut oil: This is an important ingredient to help create a smooth chocolate ganache for the patties. You could use unsalted butter instead of coconut oil.

Step-By-Step Instructions

This easy no-bake dessert is freezer-friendly and can be made ahead of time before serving. It starts with making the peppermint filling, freezing it, then coating it in a delicious dairy-free chocolate ganache.

It does have a few steps involved but once you get the hang of it, the process moves smoothly. Before you know it, you have a batch of healthy coconut peppermint patties ready to gift or enjoy for yourself.

Step 1: Cream filling ingredients together

Cream the coconut oil and powdered sweetener together in a medium bowl. Add coconut cream and peppermint extract. Taste and adjust as needed up to another full teaspoon of extract if desired.

Step 2: Shape patties

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop a rounded tablespoon of the filling and press into a 1½ inch circular disk. Repeat with the remaining material until you make 12 total patties.

Step 3: Chill

Place in the freezer for 30-60 minutes or until frozen solid.

Step 4: Make the chocolate shell & coat

Melt ingredients for the chocolate shell (cacao paste and coconut oil) in a double boiler.

Gently drop one disk at a time into the melted chocolate, turn it over with a fork, and toss until the filling is completely coated.

Remove the candy with a fork and return it to the baking sheet. Continue with all other disks.

Step 5: Chill patties

Return the sheet to the freezer and chill until the shell sets, 30 to 60 minutes. Once firm, transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator or freezer until ready to eat.

Remove the candies from the freezer ahead of time and thaw for about 10 minutes before eating. Or enjoy frozen, if you like chocolate-covered ice cream bites. The frozen version reminds me of It’s-It ice cream sandwiches I used to buy from the middle school vending machines. But these are so much better because they are completely low-carb and sugar-free!

Expert Tips

• Don’t skip tasting the mint: Peppermint extract varies in strength by brand. Start small, taste the filling, and adjust so it’s refreshing, not overpowering.
• Beat the filling: Use an electric mixer instead of stirring by hand for ultra-smooth centers. It aerates the mixture slightly, creating a creamier, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
• Jazz up the flavors: Swap out the peppermint extract for orange extract for a more citrusy flavor, or enhance the mint flavor by adding some crushed sugar-free hard mints on top of the chocolate for a very festive holiday candy.

How to Store This Recipe

Store keto peppermint patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Keep them in a single layer or separate layers with parchment to prevent sticking. They taste even better after a day or two when the flavors settle and the filling fully firms up.

To freeze, place the patties on a baking sheet and freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container. Freeze for up to a month.

How to Serve Keto Peppermint Patties

Serve keto York peppermint patties chilled for the best texture and flavor. Enjoy them as a post-dinner treat, add them to a spread with other keto holiday deserts, crumble them into keto ice cream, or chop and fold them into a keto brownie or cheesecake batter for a mint-chocolate upgrade. I also enjoy this snack treat at home with my kids along with other favorites like keto copycat butterfinger bites and low-carb Snickers pie.

More Keto Desserts To Try

• Magic cookies
• Avocado chocolate pudding
• Pumpkin souffle
• Coconut macaroons
• Pumpkin muffins

Easy Keto Peppermint Patties Recipe

Author: Jessica Haggard

These keto peppermint patties taste just like the classic York peppermint patties we all love from childhood. Made with just 5 ingredients, this holiday treat is low-carb, dairy-free, and sugar-free, great for snacking, sharing, and gifting.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Chill 2 hours hrs

Total Time 2 hours hrs 25 minutes mins

Course Desserts

Cuisine American

Servings 12 patties

Calories 142 kcal

Ingredients

 

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Creamy Peppermint Filling

• ½ cup coconut oil softened
• 4 tablespoons powdered sweetener
• 2 tablespoons coconut cream or heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract

Chocolate Shell

• 4 ounces cacao paste or bakers chocolate, sugar-free chocolate chips, or chocolate bar, chopped.
• 1 tablespoons coconut oil

Instructions

 

• Cream the coconut oil and powdered sweetener together. Add coconut cream and peppermint extract. Taste, add up to another full teaspoon of extract if desired.
• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop a rounded tablespoon of the filling and press into a 1½ inch circular disk. Repeat with the remaining material until you make 12 total patties.
• Place in the freezer for 30-60 minutes or until frozen solid.
• Melt ingredients for the chocolate shell (cacao paste and coconut oil) in a double boiler.
• Gently drop one disk at a time into the melted chocolate, turn it over with a fork, and toss until the filling is completely coated.
• Remove the candy with a fork and return it to the baking sheet. Continue with all other disks.
• Return the sheet to the freeze and chill until the shell sets, 30-60 minutes. Once firm, transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator or freezer until ready to eat.

Notes

• Taste the mint as you go since peppermint extract varies in strength. Start with a small amount, sample the filling, and adjust so it stays refreshing without becoming too strong.
• Use an electric mixer to beat the filling for a smoother, creamier texture that melts in your mouth.
• Try flavor variations by using orange extract for a citrus twist, or sprinkle crushed sugar-free hard mints on top of the chocolate for a festive holiday touch.

Serve: Crumble them into keto ice cream or mix them into brownie or cheesecake batter for a mint-chocolate boost, and they’re also great alongside keto copycat butterfinger bites and low-carb Snickers pie.

Store: Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, separating layers with parchment to prevent sticking. To freeze, firm them on a baking sheet first, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container and store for up to 1 month.

Nutrition & Macros

Serving: 1pattyCalories: 142kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 1gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 2mgFiber: 2gNet Carbohydrates: 5g

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