Peppermint Creams
Peppermint Creams are smooth, melt-in-your-mouth candies with a refreshing peppermint flavor, perfect for a festive treat or anytime indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Red or green food coloring (optional)
- Additional powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine powdered sugar, softened butter, and milk until a smooth dough forms.
- Add peppermint extract and mix thoroughly; divide dough into two portions if using food coloring.
- Add a few drops of food coloring to one portion and knead until evenly colored.
- Roll out both portions into ropes about ½ inch thick.
- Cut ropes into 1-inch pieces and press one colored piece and one white piece together to form a cream.
- Lightly dust with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.
- Allow to set at room temperature for 2 hours until firm before serving.
Notes
For an extra festive touch, drizzle melted dark chocolate over the creams or roll them in crushed candy canes.
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