Description
Make soft Christmas peppermints with this easy recipe. These festive treats are perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Red food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Combine sugar, corn syrup, water, and cream of tartar in a saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
- Stop stirring and let the mixture boil until it reaches 260°F (hard-ball stage).
- Remove from heat and stir in peppermint extract.
- Pour onto a greased baking sheet and let cool slightly.
- Knead the mixture until smooth and form into small balls.
- Flatten each ball with a fork or press into molds.
- Let cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container to keep them soft.
- Use food coloring for a festive look.
- Work quickly as the mixture hardens fast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg