Description
Learn how to make soft Christmas peppermints at home. Enjoy a sweet, minty treat perfect for the holidays.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon water
- Red food coloring
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix powdered sugar, corn syrup, peppermint extract, salt, and water until smooth.
- Knead the mixture until it forms a dough.
- Add a few drops of red food coloring and knead until the color is even.
- Roll the dough into small balls.
- Flatten each ball into a disc shape using your fingers.
- Let the discs dry on a tray for at least 24 hours.
- Store in an airtight container once dry.
Notes
- Make sure your hands are clean when handling the dough.
- If the dough is too sticky, add more powdered sugar.
- For a stronger mint flavor, increase the peppermint extract slightly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: soft christmas peppermints, homemade candy, holiday treats