Description
Soft Christmas Peppermints are a delightful holiday treat that evoke warm memories and festive cheer. With their smooth, creamy texture and refreshing minty flavor, these candies are perfect for sharing with loved ones or gifting to friends. Easy to make and visually stunning with a vibrant red and white swirl, they will surely become a cherished tradition in your holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1/2 tsp red gel food coloring
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace with a mixing bowl, spatula, parchment paper, and an 8×8-inch baking dish lined with parchment.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, softened butter, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually sift in powdered sugar, mixing until thick and slightly sticky.
- Divide the mixture into two bowls; tint one with red food coloring and swirl gently for a marbled effect.
- Roll small amounts of each color into one-inch balls and place them on the parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for at least two hours until firm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 peppermint ball (12g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg