Description
Soft Christmas Peppermints are a delightful holiday treat that melt in your mouth, bursting with refreshing peppermint flavor. Simple to make and perfect for sharing, these creamy, colorful candies evoke cherished memories of festive gatherings and cozy winter nights. Ideal for gifting or serving at holiday parties, these treats are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup corn syrup
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 tbsp milk
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by clearing the counter and gathering all ingredients.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine powdered sugar and corn syrup until smooth, forming a non-sticky ball.
- Stir in peppermint extract and milk until fully blended.
- If using food coloring, knead it into the mixture until evenly colored.
- Roll small pieces into balls and flatten gently with your palm.
- Place mints on parchment-lined trays and let them set for 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mint (10g)
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg