Peppermint Creams Recipe
These Peppermint Creams are classic homemade mint candies with a smooth, creamy texture and refreshing peppermint flavor. Made from simple ingredients like egg white, icing sugar, and peppermint extract, they’re easy to prepare and perfect for a sweet treat. Optionally dipped in dark chocolate for an extra indulgent touch, these creams dry to a firm consistency without baking, making them a no-cook confection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes (including drying time)
- Yield: Approximately 40 peppermint creams 1x
- Category: Candy
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 1 large egg white
- 300 g icing sugar
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
Optional
- 100 g dark chocolate (for dipping or drizzling)
Instructions
- Prepare baking sheet: Dust a large baking sheet or a large plate with icing sugar or line it with greaseproof paper to prevent sticking, and set it aside for later use.
- Whisk the egg white: In a large bowl, whisk the egg white until frothy, but not stiff. This provides the base to combine with the icing sugar and peppermint for the candy dough.
- Add the icing sugar and peppermint extract: Sift in the icing sugar and add the peppermint extract to the egg white. Mix until the ingredients combine into a dough. If desired, add food coloring at this step. Use your hands to knead the dough towards the end of mixing until it forms a smooth, stiff dough that holds shape and isn’t sticky. Adjust consistency by adding small amounts of water if too dry, or more icing sugar if too sticky.
- Shape the patties: Pinch off small amounts of dough, about half a tablespoon each. Roll each into a ball and gently flatten it into a disk. Place the shaped patties onto the prepared baking sheet or plate.
- Allow to dry: Leave the mints to set for at least 3 hours or preferably overnight, allowing them to dry and harden. For a special touch, dip or drizzle the dried peppermint creams with melted dark chocolate. Place them back on a lined baking sheet and allow the chocolate to set before serving. Enjoy your homemade peppermint creams!
Notes
- Ensure the egg white is fresh and free from any yolk for best results.
- The dough should be pliable but firm enough to hold shape; add water or icing sugar gradually for the right consistency.
- If using food coloring, add it when combining the icing sugar and peppermint for even coloring.
- Allow ample drying time; rushing this step can cause the creams to be too soft.
- Chocolate coating is optional but adds a delightful contrast to the mint flavor.
- Store peppermint creams in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them fresh.
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