Description
These festive Christmas peppermints are a simple and customizable homemade candy recipe that brings holiday cheer to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 1/4 cup (60ml) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp (5ml) peppermint extract
- Food coloring (optional)
- Granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace: Lay out a sheet of wax or parchment paper on the counter. Sift your powdered sugar into a large mixing bowl to avoid lumps.
- Mix the dough: Add the sweetened condensed milk and peppermint extract to the powdered sugar. Stir with a wooden spoon until a thick, dough-like consistency forms. It should feel smooth, not sticky.
- Add color: Divide the dough into 2-3 portions if you want to use different colors. Add a few drops of food coloring to each portion and knead until the color is evenly distributed.
- Shape the candies: Roll small portions of the dough into thin ropes on a sheet of wax paper, then cut them into bite-sized pieces with a knife or kitchen scissors. You can also roll them into small balls for a more traditional look.
- Coat with sugar: Toss the candies in granulated sugar to give them a sparkly finish and prevent sticking.
- Let them set: Leave the candies out on the wax paper for 1-2 hours to firm up. Once they’re dry, they’re ready to enjoy or package for gifting!
Notes
[‘If your dough is too sticky to roll, add a little more powdered sugar, a tablespoon at a time, until the texture feels right.’, ‘Use gel food coloring for brighter, more vibrant colors.’, ‘These candies stay fresh for up to two weeks, making them perfect for prepping early in the holiday season.’, ‘For an extra-special batch, roll the dough ropes in crushed candy canes before cutting them.’]
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 5
- Fat: 1
Keywords: Christmas candy, peppermint candy, homemade candy, holiday treats, festive desserts