Soft Christmas Peppermints

Step 3: Add Flavor and Color

Once the mixture is smooth, stir in the peppermint extract. If you want a festive appearance, divide the dough into two portions. Add a few drops of red or green food coloring to one portion and leave the other plain. Knead each portion gently until the color is evenly distributed.

Step 4: Shape the Peppermints

Lightly dust your hands with powdered sugar and take small pieces of the dough. Roll each piece into a ball or a small log, then flatten slightly with your fingers or a small spatula. If you’re feeling creative, you can twist a colored portion with a plain portion to create a candy cane effect.

Step 5: Coat the Candies

To prevent sticking, roll each peppermint lightly in powdered sugar or cornstarch. Place the candies on your prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.

Step 6: Let Them Set

Allow the candies to sit at room temperature for 3–4 hours or overnight. The surface will firm up slightly while maintaining a soft, chewy center.

Step 7: Store and Serve

Once set, store your soft Christmas peppermints in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay fresh for up to two weeks — if they last that long! Serve them in small festive bags, jars, or on a holiday dessert tray.

Tips for Perfect Soft Peppermints

• Use high-quality peppermint extract for the best flavor.
• Avoid overmixing the colored dough to prevent dull colors.
• Dust generously with powdered sugar to prevent sticking, especially if humidity is high.
• Experiment with flavors: Add a drop of vanilla or almond extract for a unique twist.

Soft Christmas Peppermints are more than just candy; they are a charming, aromatic symbol of the holiday season. Their soft texture, delicate sweetness, and festive colors make them a perfect addition to any Christmas celebration. Making them at home is not only fun but also allows you to customize flavors, colors, and shapes, creating a treat that’s truly your own.

If you want, I can also provide a trick to make them extra soft and creamy, which makes them almost melt in your mouth. This little hack takes homemade peppermint to a professional candy-shop level.

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