Original blog post: https://spatulagoddess.com/2011/09/27/pattys-peppermint-chocolate-cups/

Yields: 10 portions (triple chocolate quantities for 30 candies)

Required tools:

• serrated blade
• digital scale
• mini muffin liners

Ingredients:

• 3 oz semi-sweet chocolate
• 3 oz white chocolate
• 3 oz mint semi-sweet Chipits
• 1-2 drops peppermint extract

Instructions:

1. Used a serrated blade to chop the semi-sweet chocolate and set it aside.
2. Chop and weigh the white chocolate and place that into a separate container with the peppermint chocolate Chipits.
3. Transfer semi-sweet chocolate to microwave-safe bowls.  Microwave the semi-sweet for 2.5 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds.
4. Spoon the chocolate into the mini muffin liners. Gently shake each cup so the chocolate settles smoothly.
5. Chill for 20 min.
6. Melt the white chocolate and peppermint Chipits on High for 3.5 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds. Stir until evenly combined.
7. Stir in peppermint extract.
8. Spoon melted mixture on top of chilled cups.
9. Refrigerate another 30 minutes.