Description
Soft peppermint candies with a festive touch, easy to prepare and perfect for the holidays.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 teaspoon red food coloring (optional)
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare a clean flat surface or baking sheet lined with parchment paper for shaping the peppermint candies.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, light corn syrup, and water. Stir gently to mix the ingredients together.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil while stirring continuously to dissolve the sugar completely.
- Once boiling, stop stirring and let the mixture simmer until it reaches 250°F (121°C) on a candy thermometer, also known as the hard ball stage.
- Once the correct temperature is reached, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes until the bubbling subsides.
- Add the peppermint extract and, if desired, the red food coloring to the mixture. Stir gently with a wooden spoon until well combined.
- Allow the mixture to cool until it is safe to handle, approximately 10 to 15 minutes. It should still be pliable but not too hot.
- Dust your hands and the work surface with powdered sugar. Lightly grease your hands with vegetable oil or butter to prevent sticking.
- Divide the mixture into small portions and roll each portion into a rope about 1/4 inch in diameter.
- Cut the ropes into small pieces about 1 inch long. Dust each piece with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.
- Place the candies on the prepared parchment paper and let them cool completely and harden for at least 2 hours.
- Once the candies have set, store them in an airtight container at room temperature.
Notes
- These candies can be stored for several weeks.
- Adjust the food coloring to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Soft Christmas Peppermints