Classic Peppermint Cream Candy (Printable)
Smooth peppermint centers with creamy texture and optional dark chocolate coating for a sweet festive treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ Creamy Base
01 - 2 cups powdered (icing) sugar, sifted
02 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
03 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream
→ Flavor
04 - 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
→ Coating (optional)
05 - 3.5 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
# How-to Steps:
01 - In a mixing bowl, blend sifted powdered sugar with softened unsalted butter until homogenous.
02 - Incorporate heavy cream and peppermint extract, mixing until a smooth, firm dough forms; add extra cream drops if mixture is too dry.
03 - Portion small teaspoons of dough, roll into balls, then gently flatten into discs.
04 - Arrange discs on a parchment-lined tray and let them rest at room temperature for one hour to firm up.
05 - Melt dark chocolate using a microwave or double boiler, dip each peppermint cream into the chocolate, allow excess to drip off, then place back on tray to set.
06 - Allow the coated creams to fully set before serving or packaging.
# Expert Pointers:
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- This recipe is a delightful secret that melts in your mouth with a refreshing peppermint kick
- It’s super easy to make with just a few ingredients and no cooking required
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- Don’t skip sifting the powdered sugar; it truly transforms the texture from gritty to silky
- Letting the discs dry at room temperature is key—refrigerating too soon results in sticky candies that lose their delicate melt
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- Use room temperature butter to blend effortlessly without melting your sugar
- Rolling the creams in powdered sugar before shaping keeps them from sticking to your hands