Description
Soft Christmas Peppermints are a delightful holiday treat that melt in your mouth, perfect for sharing with family and friends during the festive season.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Red food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine powdered sugar, corn syrup, water, peppermint extract, and salt.
- Mix until a dough forms, then knead until smooth.
- If desired, divide the dough and add red food coloring to one portion.
- Roll the dough into small balls and shape them into peppermint candies.
- Let the candies dry for at least 24 hours before serving.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- These can be made ahead of time for holiday gatherings.
- Adjust the peppermint extract to taste for a stronger flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg