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    Home » Recipes » Gluten-Free Holidays

    Published: Nov 12, 2021 by Jen Wooster

    Peppermint Creams

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    person having coffee with plate of Christmas candy
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    Homemade peppermint creams are an easy holiday treat that you can make with a few simple ingredients in under 30 minutes. No baking is required so they make a great alternative to Christmas cookies. Serve them as after-dinner mints or give them as gifts.

    person having coffee with plate of  ppermint Christmas candy

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    Please read the entire post for tips and tricks to ensure a perfect recipe every time. And don't forget to tag @peelwithzeal on Instagram so we can admire your creation!

    These mint creams are similar to a York Peppermint Pattie. A cream-based center and a dark chocolate drizzle. They are small in size making them a hit with kids and adults alike! Just like our chocolate-covered candied oranges and tanghulu!

    Why we love this recipe:

    • Gluten and Egg Free
    • No baking
    • They keep up to 3 weeks, much longer than cookies
    • Easy to make
    • No hard to find ingredients
    • Nostalgic holiday recipe full of vintage charm
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    • 🧾Ingredients
    • ⏲️How to Make Peppermint Creams
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Expert Tips
    • 🔪Equipment
    • 🌡️ How to Store Peppermint Creams
    • 🍬 More Holiday Treats
    • 💬Frequently Asked Questions
    • 📖 Recipe

    🧾Ingredients

    In addition to not needing many ingredients. The ingredients you do need are fairly inexpensive. You don't need much of the peppermint extract or chocolate.

    • Confectioners Sugar - aka powdered sugar or icing sugar
    • Sweetened Condensed Milk- This recipe uses less than half of a can
    • Dark Chocolate- The peppermint is the star so get a mid priced option
    • Peppermint Extract

    See the recipe card for quantities.

    ⏲️How to Make Peppermint Creams

    When you first start making the peppermint dough it may seem very dry. Fear not it will come all together. Just keep stirring!

    Step 1- Make Peppermint Fondant

    Pour the condensed milk and peppermint extract into a large bowl. Gradually add the confectioner's sugar. Stir with a silicone spatula until you get a smooth paste.

    This will take several minutes. You may not use all the sugar depending on the humidity of your kitchen.

    Step 2- Roll

    Once combined use your hand to make a smooth soft dough ball. The dough, or fondant, should keep its shape.

    Roll out the dough on a surface dusted with confectioners' sugar until it is about ⅛ inch thick. It will be sticky, using a Silpat or wax paper may help.

    rolling out peppermint cream fondant

    Step 3- Cut

    Cut out your preferred shape with 1-inch cookie cutters, rerolling the mixture until it is used up. Keep any fondant or dough, you aren't working with covered with plastic wrap to prevent it from drying out.

    Place the cut-out peppermints on wax paper or wire rack.

    peppermint creams cut out on drying rack

    Step 4- Decorate with Chocolate

    Melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl in the microwave using 30-second intervals. Or over a pan of simmering water (i.e. double boiler), until smooth.

    Dip, pipe, or decorate the peppermint creams as desired. You can add crushed peppermint candy, sprinkles, or glitter as desired.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Expert Tips

    • Weigh out the sugar. If you don't have a kitchen scale, then sift before you measure.
    • These are a great holiday treat to make with kids. No baking and no wait times.
    close up shot of peppermint creams with chocolate drizzle

    🔪Equipment

    You just need a few baking essentials. The most important thing is that your cookie cutter is between 1 and 1 ½ inches. Round with smooth or scalloped edges work best.

    • Large Mixing Bowls
    • Rolling Pin
    • Cookie Cutter
    • Boxes, if giving the peppermint creams as gifts

    🌡️ How to Store Peppermint Creams

    Once the chocolate has set you can store the peppermint creams in an airtight container for 2 to 3 weeks. Sperate the layers of cream with parchment or wax paper.

    They need to be stored in a cool place at room temperature. I find putting them in the fridge makes them gooey.

    serving peppermint creams with coffee

    🍬 More Holiday Treats

    If you enjoyed this recipe be sure to check out more of our delicious holiday treats!

    • Gingerbread Cookies (GF)
    • Sugar Cookies (GF)
    • Candied Oranges
    • Demerara Syrup
    • Classic Eggnog- Sugar and Dairy Free
    • Spice Cake (GF)

    💬Frequently Asked Questions

    Can you color peppermint creams?

    Yes. Once the dough is starting to come together add your preferred gel food coloring. Kneads to mix in the color and the color is consistent throughout.

    If you enjoyed this recipe, please leave us a rating or a comment. It helps other wonderful people connect with our food.

    📖 Recipe

    plate of peppermint creams on counter

    Peppermint Creams

    Peppermint creams are a classic holiday treat. A great alternative to traditional Christmas cookies. They make great homemade gifts for friends and neighbors.
    Servings: 24
    Prep: 30 mins
    Cook: 0 mins
    Total: 30 mins
    5 from 4 votes
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    Equipment

    • Rolling Pin
    • Cookie Cutters
    • Large mixing bowl

    Ingredients
      

    • 8 oz confectioner's sugar about 2 cups plus more for dusting
    • ⅓ cup sweetened condensed milk
    • ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract or more to taste
    • 6 ounces dark chocolate broken into pieces
    • Sprinkles or edible glitter for decoration optional
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    Instructions
     

    • Pour the condensed milk and peppermint extract into a large bowl. Gradually add the confectioner's sugar, stirring until you get a smooth paste.
      8 oz confectioner's sugar, ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract, ⅓ cup sweetened condensed milk
    • Once combined, form a smooth, soft dough with your hands. The dough, or fondant, should keep its shape. Roll out the dough on a surface dusted with confectioners' sugar until it is about ⅛ inch thick.
    • Cut out your preferred shape with 1 inch cookie cutters, rerolling the mixture until it is used up. Keep any fondant, or dough, you aren't working with covered with plastic wrap to prevent it from drying out.
    • Melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl in the microwave using 30 second intervals. Or over a pan of simmering water (i.e. double boiler), until smooth. Dip, pipe or decorate the peppermint creams as desired.
      6 ounces dark chocolate, Sprinkles or edible glitter for decoration
    • Cool the creams on a baking sheet lined with parchment or wax paper.
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    Notes

    • You may use a little more or a little less of the sugar depending on the humidity of your kitchen. 
    • Storage: Once the chocolate is set you can store in an airtight container for 2 to 3 weeks. Sperate the layers of cream with parchment or wax paper.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 93kcal | Carbs: 15g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 1g
    Author: Jen Wooster
    Course:: Candy
    Cuisine: Christmas
    Keyword christmas candy, mint creams, soft peppermint candy, Soft peppermint creams
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