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Christmas Peppermints

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Christmas Peppermints are classic, sweet, and refreshing candies that melt in your mouth. Made with just a few simple ingredients, these festive peppermint treats are perfect for holiday parties, gift-giving, or enjoying as a seasonal snack!

Ingredients

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  • 4cups(500g) powdered sugar, plus extra for dusting
  • 4oz(115g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 tsppeppermint extract (or more to taste)
  • Red and green food coloring
  • Granulated sugar (for coating)

Instructions

  1. Make the Dough:In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, mixing until combined and a soft dough forms.Add the peppermint extract and mix well.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  3. Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, mixing until combined and a soft dough forms.
  4. Add the peppermint extract and mix well.
  5. Divide and Color the Dough:Divide the dough into three equal portions.Leave one portion white, and tint the other portions with red and green food coloring. Knead the coloring into each portion until evenly distributed.
  6. Divide the dough into three equal portions.
  7. Leave one portion white, and tint the other portions with red and green food coloring. Knead the coloring into each portion until evenly distributed.
  8. Shape the Peppermints:Dust your work surface lightly with powdered sugar.Roll each portion of dough into small balls, about 1/2 inch in diameter.Flatten each ball slightly with a fork to create a classic peppermint shape.
  9. Dust your work surface lightly with powdered sugar.
  10. Roll each portion of dough into small balls, about 1/2 inch in diameter.
  11. Flatten each ball slightly with a fork to create a classic peppermint shape.
  12. Coat with Granulated Sugar:Roll each peppermint in granulated sugar, coating evenly.
  13. Roll each peppermint in granulated sugar, coating evenly.
  14. Let the Peppermints Set:Place the candies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let them air dry for 2-3 hours, or until firm to the touch.
  15. Place the candies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let them air dry for 2-3 hours, or until firm to the touch.
  16. Serve:Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
  17. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Adjust flavor:Add more peppermint extract for a stronger flavor, or use vanilla extract for a milder taste.
Shape it up:You can use small cookie cutters to create festive shapes like stars, trees, or candy canes.
Add sparkle:Dust the candies with edible glitter for an extra festive touch.

Find it online: https://cosycookery.com/christmas-peppermints/