3 Ingredient Peppermint Creams
These 3-Ingredient Peppermint Cream Candies are a simple and refreshing treat. They have a crisp outer layer and soft, melt-in-your-mouth minty center. Easy to prepare with no cooking involved, they’re perfect for cutting into fun shapes for a homemade gift or festive treat.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups (235 g) powdered sugar, plus additional for dusting
- 1 large (31 g) pasteurized egg white, can substitute to make egg-free, see note
- 1/8 tsp (0.6 ml) peppermint extract
Instructions
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper and dust with a light layer of powdered sugar. This will prevent the peppermint candies from sticking as they dry.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift the powdered sugar. Add the egg white and peppermint extract to the sugar and stir until a thick, smooth dough forms. The dough should be firm but pliable, similar to soft modeling clay. If it’s too sticky, add a little bit more powdered sugar until it reaches the right consistency.
- Dust your work surface with some powdered sugar. Transfer the dough to the surface and use a rolling pin to roll it out to about ¼ inch thickness. Use a 1-inch cookie cutter to cut the dough. Re-roll any leftover scraps to cut out more pieces.
- Carefully transfer the shaped peppermint candy to the prepared baking tray. Let them sit, uncovered, at room temperature for a few hours to firm up. The drying process will make the outside firm, while keeping the inside soft and give the candies a slight chew.
- Once the peppermint creams are firm, they’re ready to enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
- Egg note: Because this recipe uses raw egg white, we recommend using a pasteurized egg. If you would like to avoid using egg, this dough can be made with condensed milk and water. I recommend starting with 1 tablespoon condensed milk mixed with 1 tablespoon of water and add more if needed.
- This is a very forgiving dough. If it's too sticky, add more powdered sugar. If it gets too dry, you can add a little water.
- Make sure to use a good quality brand powdered sugar. There are some cheaper brands that will add extra filler or starch to the sugar and this can alter the taste of the candies. I used C&H powdered sugar (Amazon | Target | Walmart).*
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- If desired, you can add a few drops of food coloring to change the color of the candies. I added green food coloring to half of the dough to make a mint green version.
- You can also dip the finished candies in melted chocolate or drizzle melted chocolate on top. This is completely optional.
- The amount of candies this recipe yields will depend on the size and shapes of your cookie cutters. I was able to get about 48 pieces.
- Estimated nutrition is for one candy and does not include optional chocolate drizzle.
Serving: 1candy, Calories: 23kcal, Carbohydrates: 6g, Protein: 0.1g, Fat: 0.001g, Sodium: 1mg, Sugar: 5g, NET CARBS: 6
The nutrition information provided are only estimates based on an online nutritional calculator. This is not a comprehensive list of all the nutrients in the recipe (i.e., does not include vitamins, cholesterol, etc). I am not a certified nutritionist. Please consult a nutritionist or doctor for accurate information and any dietary restrictions and concerns you may have.
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