Mint Chocolate Pralines
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
These mint chocolate pralines are my go to treat when I want something that tastes indulgent but comes together surprisingly fast. With just forty five minutes from start to finish, they're perfect for last minute gifts or satisfying a sudden chocolate craving. The peppermint extract gives them such a refreshing kick, and I love that dark chocolate is packed with antioxidants. What really makes this recipe a winner is how simple it is, even for novice candy makers. You'll have elegant homemade pralines ready to impress without any fussy techniques or special equipment required.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400 gsugar
- 200 glight brown sugar
- 250 gunsalted butter
- 2 mLpeppermint extract
- 100 gmilk powder
- 200 gunsalted chocolate chips
- 150 gconfectioners sugar
- 120 gcoconut oil
- 1mint leaves
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Tip: For easy cleanup
- 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the light brown sugar, unsalted butter, and peppermint extract.
Tip: Whisk until the butter is melted
- 3
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes.
Tip: Stir occasionally
- 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the milk powder until dissolved.
Tip: Let cool slightly
- 5
Add the unsalted chocolate chips and stir until melted and smooth.
Tip: Be patient, it may take a minute
- 6
Stir in the confectioners sugar and coconut oil until combined.
Tip: The mixture will thicken
- 7
Stir in the mint leaves and let cool completely.
Tip: Let set before cutting into desired shape
- 8
Once set, break the pralines into desired size and store in an airtight container.
Tip: Enjoy within 5 days
- 9
Optional: Coat the pralines in confectioners sugar for a dusting of sweetness.
Tip: Perfect for gift-giving
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