Deliciously Creamy Christmas Peppermint Creams Recipe
These Deliciously Creamy Christmas Peppermint Creams are a festive treat combining smooth peppermint-flavored centers with a rich dark chocolate drizzle. Perfect for holiday gatherings, these homemade sweets offer a delightful balance of refreshing mint and luscious chocolate. With easy-to-follow steps, you can create approximately 24 creamy, melt-in-your-mouth peppermint rounds that are sure to impress family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Peppermint Cream:
- 500 g Icing Sugar (or powdered erythritol for low-sugar version)
- 150 g Condensed Milk (or coconut condensed milk for dairy-free)
- 1 tsp Peppermint Flavoring (or peppermint extract)
- 2 tbsp Water (adjust as needed)
For the Chocolate Coating:
- 200 g Dark Chocolate (or milk chocolate for a sweeter taste)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the icing sugar, condensed milk, peppermint flavoring, and water. Mix vigorously for about 3-5 minutes until a stiff paste forms.
- Adjust Consistency: If the mixture feels too dry, add more water one teaspoon at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until the paste is smooth and workable.
- Roll and Cut: Dust a clean work surface with icing sugar, then roll the peppermint paste out to about 0.5 cm thickness. Using a round cutter, cut out approximately 24 rounds.
- Dry the Rounds: Place the cut peppermint rounds on a parchment-lined tray and allow them to dry at room temperature for about 30 minutes to firm up slightly.
- Melt Chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate in a heat-proof bowl set over simmering water, stirring continuously until smooth. Allow the melted chocolate to cool slightly before using.
- Decorate with Chocolate: Pour the melted chocolate into a piping bag and drizzle it artistically over the peppermint rounds to coat or decorate as desired.
- Set the Chocolate: Refrigerate the decorated peppermint creams for about 10 minutes or until the chocolate has hardened completely.
- Serve or Store: Serve the peppermint creams immediately for the best texture, or store them in an airtight container for up to one week.
Notes
- Use powdered erythritol instead of icing sugar for a low-sugar alternative.
- Choose coconut condensed milk to make this recipe dairy-free.
- Adjust peppermint flavoring according to taste preference, adding more for a stronger mint flavor.
- Ensure the melted chocolate is not too hot before drizzling to avoid melting the peppermint creams.
- Store creams in a cool, dry place to prevent melting or sweating of the chocolate coating.
- Use a silicone mat as an alternative to parchment paper for easy cleanup.
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