Delightful Soft Christmas Peppermints for Holiday Cheer
These Soft Christmas Peppermints are a delightful treat perfect for holiday cheer, easy to make and even better to share.
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Servings: 20 pieces
Calories: 50kcal
Equipment
- medium-sized saucepan
- Wooden spoon
- Candy Thermometer
- Measuring cups
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
For the Candy Mixture
- 2 cups granulated sugar gives essential sweetness
- 1 cup light corn syrup prevents crystallization
- ½ cup water to dissolve sugar
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract adds minty flavor
- as needed red food coloring optional for color
For Dusting
- 1 cup powdered sugar prevents sticking
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Prepare Your Workspace by cleaning a flat surface or lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine Ingredients in a saucepan, mixing granulated sugar, light corn syrup, and water.
- Heat the Mixture over medium heat, bringing it to a boil while stirring continuously.
- Reach the Right Temperature, monitoring with a candy thermometer until it reaches 250°F (121°C).
- Cool the Mixture for a few minutes until it settles to around 200°F (93°C).
- Add Flavor and Color by stirring in peppermint extract and red food coloring.
- Cool to a Handleable Temperature, allowing it to cool for about 10 to 15 minutes.
- Prepare for Shaping by dusting hands and the work surface with powdered sugar.
- Shape the Peppermints by dividing the mixture and rolling into ropes, cutting into small pieces.
- Dust and Set each piece with powdered sugar and let them cool completely on the baking sheet.
- Store Your Peppermints in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
Notes
Experiment with flavors and colors as desired. Proper cooling and handling are crucial for best results.
Nutrition
Serving: 1piece | Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Sugar: 12g