Description
A classic recipe for soft Christmas peppermints, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Food coloring (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine powdered sugar, corn syrup, and water.
- Add peppermint extract and cream of tartar, mixing until smooth.
- If using, divide the mixture and add food coloring to each portion.
- Transfer the mixture to a piping bag fitted with a round tip.
- Pipe small rounds onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Let the peppermints dry for 24 hours at room temperature.
- Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Adjust the peppermint extract for stronger flavor.
- Experiment with other extracts for variations.
- Consider dusting with additional powdered sugar for a finished look.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Confectionery
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: soft christmas peppermints, holiday treats, peppermint candies, no-bake desserts