York Peppermint Patties

Gloria is a wonder candy maker. She doesn't have a computer and gave me this special recipe to post on 'zaar for her.

In a medium bow , beat the egg white until it is stiff and forms peaks.

Slowly add the powdered sugar while blending with an electric mixer set on medium speed.

Add the corn syrup and peppermint oil or extract and knead the mixture with your hands until it has the smooth consistency of dough.

Using a flat surface and a rolling pin lightly dusted with cornstarch , roll out the peppermint dough 1 / 4-inch thick.

Punch out circles of peppermint dough with a biscuit cutter or a clean can with a diameter of about 2 1 / 2- inches.

Make approximately 20 , place them on plates or cookie sheets , and let them firm up in the refrigerator , about 45 minutes.

Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave set on high for 2 minutes.

Stir halfway through the heating time.

Melt thoroughly , but do not overheat.

Melting the chocolate chips can also be done using a double-boiler over low heat.

Drop each patty into the chocolate and coat completely.

Using 2 forks , one in each hand , lift the coat.

egg white, powdered sugar, light corn syrup, peppermint extract, cornstarch, semi-sweet chocolate chips