Why Make This Recipe
Soft Christmas Peppermints are a delightful treat that brings joy and cheer during the holiday season. These candies not only taste wonderful but also add a festive touch to any holiday gathering. Making them at home allows you to customize flavors and colors, making each batch uniquely yours. Plus, they make great gifts!
How to Make Soft Christmas Peppermints
Ingredients:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (optional, for chocolate flavor)
- Food coloring (red, green, or white, for color variations)
- Cornstarch (for dusting)
Directions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream and peppermint extract.
- Gradually add powdered sugar while mixing until the dough forms. If desired, divide the dough and mix in cocoa powder and food coloring for variations.
- Dust your hands and surface with cornstarch to prevent sticking.
- Roll the dough into small balls or shape them into disks.
- Place shaped mints on a parchment-lined tray and let them dry at room temperature for 12-24 hours.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 2 months.
How to Serve Soft Christmas Peppermints
Serve Soft Christmas Peppermints as a delightful treat during holiday meals or gatherings. They can also be placed in decorative jars as gifts to friends and family. These candies are perfect for snacking or as a sweet addition to any dessert table.
How to Store Soft Christmas Peppermints
Keep your Soft Christmas Peppermints in an airtight container in the refrigerator for freshness. They will last for up to two weeks. If you want to store them for longer, you can freeze them in a sealed container for up to two months.
Tips to Make Soft Christmas Peppermints
- Make sure your ingredients are at room temperature for easier mixing.
- Use cornstarch generously on your hands and work surface to help shape the mints.
- Experiment with different flavors, like almond or vanilla, if you want to mix things up.
Variation
You can create chocolate Soft Christmas Peppermints by adding unsweetened cocoa powder to the dough. Additionally, try different food coloring combinations to make festive designs for the holidays.
FAQs
1. Can I use low-fat cream instead of heavy cream?
Using low-fat cream may change the texture of the mints, making them firmer and less soft. Heavy cream is recommended for best results.
2. How long do these mints take to dry?
The mints need to dry for about 12-24 hours at room temperature.
3. Can I add more flavoring?
Yes, but be careful not to overpower the peppermint flavor. You can add a little more peppermint extract or experiment with other extracts as well.
Soft Christmas Peppermints
- Total Time: 1440 minutes
- Yield: 20 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Delightful soft peppermint candies perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (optional)
- Food coloring (red, green, or white)
- Cornstarch (for dusting)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream and peppermint extract.
- Gradually add powdered sugar while mixing until the dough forms. Divide the dough and mix in cocoa powder and food coloring for variations, if desired.
- Dust your hands and surface with cornstarch to prevent sticking.
- Roll the dough into small balls or shape them into disks.
- Place shaped mints on a parchment-lined tray and let them dry at room temperature for 12-24 hours.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 2 months.
Notes
Make sure ingredients are at room temperature for easier mixing. Experiment with different flavors by adding almond or vanilla extract.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mint
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: peppermint, candy, holiday treats, Christmas, homemade sweets