Description
Easy Christmas Peppermint Creams are a delightful holiday treat that perfectly balances creamy sweetness with refreshing peppermint flavor. These festive bites are simple to make and only take 30 minutes, making them an ideal choice for last-minute gatherings or as charming gifts. Coated in rich dark chocolate and sprinkled with powdered sugar, these peppermint delights will surely impress your family and friends. Enjoy them during the holiday season, whether as a snack, dessert table addition, or delightful homemade gift.
Ingredients
- 400g powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 tablespoon condensed milk
- 1–2 teaspoons peppermint extract
- 100g dark chocolate chunks
Instructions
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sifted powdered sugar, condensed milk, and peppermint extract. Mix until smooth.
- Dust your hands with powdered sugar and shape the mixture into small balls or discs. Place on the prepared tray.
- Refrigerate for about 10 minutes to firm up.
- Melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler or microwave until smooth.
- Dip each peppermint cream into the melted chocolate using a fork, allowing excess to drip off before placing back on the tray.
- Sprinkle with additional powdered sugar while the chocolate is still wet and refrigerate until set.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cream
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For a stronger mint flavor, adjust the peppermint extract to taste. Add crushed candy canes on top for an extra festive touch. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.