Save Festive, crunchy peppermint bows made quickly with crushed candies—perfect for holiday decorating, gifting, or topping desserts.
This recipe became a holiday favorite in my family because it combines simplicity with festive charm.
Ingredients
- Candy: 200 g peppermint hard candies (about 25 standard-size candies)
- Decoration (optional): Edible glitter or sprinkles, as desired
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- Step 2:
- Preheat the oven to 150°C (300°F).
- Step 3:
- Unwrap the peppermint candies and arrange them in bow shapes (two overlapping circles joined in the middle) on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each bow.
- Step 4:
- Bake for 3–5 minutes, or until candies soften and start to melt together (do not let them bubble).
- Step 5:
- Remove from the oven. While warm, use a greased spatula to gently press candies together at the center to form a bow shape. If desired, gently pinch the center with greased tongs or fingers for definition.
- Step 6:
- Let bows cool completely on the baking sheet.
- Step 7:
- Sprinkle with edible glitter or sprinkles before the candies set, if desired.
- Step 8:
- Once cool and firm, carefully remove from parchment paper and store in an airtight container.
Save Making these peppermint bows always brings my family together during the holiday season.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, parchment paper, oven, greased spatula or tongs
Allergen Information
Contains no common allergens. Double-check candy labels for possible traces of nuts, dairy, or gluten if highly sensitive.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories 55, Total Fat 0 g, Carbohydrates 14 g, Protein 0 g
Save These peppermint bows add a festive touch to your holiday treats and are a joy to make.
Recipe Guide
- → How do I shape the peppermint bows?
Arrange unwrapped peppermint candies in two overlapping circles on parchment paper, then gently press together at the center while warm to form a bow shape.
- → What temperature should I use to melt the candies?
Bake at 150°C (300°F) for 3 to 5 minutes, just until the candies soften and start to meld, avoiding bubbling or burning.
- → Can I add decorations to the peppermint bows?
Yes, sprinkle edible glitter or sprinkles onto the bows before they fully set for a festive touch.
- → How long do the peppermint bows take to cool and harden?
Allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet until firm before carefully removing.
- → Are these peppermint bows suitable for special diets?
Yes, they are vegetarian and gluten-free, but always check candy labels for specific allergen concerns.