Description
Peppermint meltaways are soft, creamy candies with a refreshing peppermint flavor.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2 cups crushed candy canes
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Add powdered sugar, sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and salt. Mix until smooth.
- Fold in crushed candy canes.
- Spread the mixture into a greased 9×9-inch pan.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours or until firm.
- Cut into squares and enjoy.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Use different extracts for varied flavors.
- Adjust crushed candy cane quantity for more or less crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: peppermint meltaways, candy, holiday treats, no-bake candy