Description
Quick Christmas Peppermint Creams are festive, melt-in-your-mouth candies that combine creamy sweetness with refreshing peppermint flavor. This simple, nut-free recipe is perfect for gifting, decorating, or enjoying as a delightful holiday treat made in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Basic Ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting if needed)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Several drops of red food coloring
Optional Ingredients
- Festive sprinkles for decoration
- Crushed candy canes for topping
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Start by softening the butter to room temperature for easy mixing. Measure out your powdered sugar and have your vanilla, peppermint extracts, and red food coloring ready to ensure a smooth and quick process.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue mixing until you get a smooth, fluffy base that forms the foundation for your peppermint creams.
- Add Flavor and Color: Mix in the vanilla and peppermint extracts along with the red food coloring. Stir well to combine, achieving that beautiful rosy hue and irresistible minty aroma.
- Shape Your Creams: Scoop small spoonfuls of the mixture and shape them into bite-sized rounds or drop onto a parchment-lined baking tray using a spoon or piping bag. This step allows creativity with shapes and sizes.
- Chill Until Firm: Place the shaped creams in the refrigerator for at least one hour to firm up, giving them the perfect velvety texture that melts in your mouth.
- Add Finishing Touches: Once chilled, optionally sprinkle your peppermint creams with crushed candy canes or festive sprinkles for a charming holiday appearance before serving or packaging.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter for smooth and easy mixing.
- Don’t skip chilling time to ensure creams hold their shape and have the best texture.
- Adjust powdered sugar amounts to taste for sweeter or milder creams.
- Use high quality vanilla and peppermint extracts for intense, authentic flavor.
- Mix food coloring quickly and thoroughly to avoid streaks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 peppermint cream
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8.5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Christmas, Peppermint, Candy, Quick, Holiday Treats, Nut-Free, Gluten-Free, Homemade Gifts
