YORK Peppermint Patties
The YORK Peppermint Pattie is iconic among mint-chocolate lovers everywhere. Shop seasonal and classic YORK products and explore cool YORK Candy recipes!
YORK Snowflakes
We're prepared to "let it snow" if it means cozying up with rich dark chocolate and cool peppermint.
Did You Know?
YORK Peppermint Patties were created in 1940 at the York Cone Company in York, Pennsylvania. In 1988, they joined The Hershey Company family of brands.
Did You Know?
We make approximately 1.5 billion YORK Peppermint Patties every year!
Double Chocolate Peppermint Pattie Cookies
These fudgy chocolate brownie cookies hold a sweet surprise. Each cookie features a YORK Peppermint Pattie inside for a cool burst of minty-ness!
Did You Know?
YORK Peppermint Patties had to break clean down the middle or they weren’t packaged for sale. So what happened to the extra patties? People would come to the Pine Street plant in York and scoop up any imperfect batches — because they still tasted great!
YORK Frequently Asked Questions
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YORK Peppermint Patties are made from dark chocolate which covers a round, white granular peppermint mixture. Initially, each pattie had to pass the "snap test." If it didn't break clean down the middle, it wasn't packaged for sale.
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In 1940, YORK Peppermint Patties were introduced by Henry Kessler, the owner of the York Cone Company. The YORK Peppermint Pattie was acquired by The Hershey Company in 1988.
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Henry Kessler named his new creation the “YORK Peppermint Pattie” after the place it originated - YORK, PA - and the soft and gummy peppermint center - the pattie.
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February 11th is National Peppermint Pattie Day. Make sure to celebrate with all the best YORK Peppermint Pattie products!
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It is estimated that around 1.5 billion YORK Peppermint Patties are made each year!
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There are several YORK products labeled as gluten free. Always refer to each package for current ingredients and allergen statements to make an informed decision about Hershey products. If you have additional questions, contact Customer Service or explore our gluten free labeled Hershey products.
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YORK Peppermint Patties are not dairy free.
