Description

These Soft Christmas Peppermints are melt-in-your-mouth candies that combine the sweetness of powdered sugar with the creamy richness of sweetened condensed milk and a refreshing peppermint flavor. Perfect for holiday celebrations, they can be colored red or green for a festive touch and require no baking—just simple mixing and chilling.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 tsp pure peppermint extract
Red or green food coloring (optional)
Cornstarch (for dusting)

Instructions

Mix powdered sugar and condensed milk: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of powdered sugar with 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
Add peppermint extract: Stir in 1 teaspoon of pure peppermint extract thoroughly to blend the flavor evenly throughout the mixture.
Apply food coloring (optional): If desired, divide the mixture into two bowls. Add red or green food coloring to one portion and mix until the color is uniform.
Form the candies: Lightly dust your hands with cornstarch to prevent sticking. Roll the mixture into small balls and then gently flatten each ball into a disc shape.
Set the candies: Place the peppermint discs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let them sit at room temperature for 1 to 2 hours until they become firm and set.

Notes

Use cornstarch generously to avoid the candy sticking to your hands during rolling.
The candies do not require baking or refrigeration, just time to firm up at room temperature.
Store finished peppermint candies in an airtight container to maintain softness.
Feel free to experiment with natural peppermint oil instead of extract for a stronger flavor.
These candies are soft and chewy, not hard mints, so enjoy their gentle texture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Candy
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

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