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Soft Christmas Peppermints

Soft Christmas Peppermints

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Indulge in the delightful world of Soft Christmas Peppermints! These creamy, melt-in-your-mouth confections are perfect for festive gatherings, homemade gifts, or as a sweet treat any time of year. With a simple no-bake recipe that requires just a handful of ingredients, you can easily whip up these charming mints to share with friends and family. Customize their color for the holidays or keep them classic white for year-round enjoyment. No matter the occasion, these soft peppermint candies will surely bring joy to your celebrations!

  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: Approximately 24 mints 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Red food coloring (optional)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine powdered sugar, sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Optionally, mix in red food coloring until evenly distributed.
  3. Dust hands and surface with cornstarch; roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and flatten slightly.
  4. Coat each mint in granulated sugar.
  5. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let sit at room temperature for 1-2 hours to firm up.
  • Author: Tisha
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: None
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mint (15g)
  • Calories: 57
  • Sugar: 11g
  • Sodium: 6mg
  • Fat: 0.2g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: <1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg