Peppermint Cream Confection Classic (Printable version)
Smooth peppermint cream with a cool, melt-in-mouth texture, ideal for gifting or coffee breaks.
# What you need:
→ Main
01 - 2 cups sifted powdered sugar
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream, plus extra if needed
04 - 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
05 - Pinch of salt
→ Optional Decoration
06 - 3.5 ounces melted 70% dark chocolate
07 - Crushed peppermint candies for garnish
# How To:
01 - Beat the softened butter in a medium mixing bowl until creamy.
02 - Gradually add sifted powdered sugar, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
03 - Stir in heavy cream, peppermint extract, and a pinch of salt until a smooth, pliable dough forms. Add additional cream half a teaspoon at a time if the dough is too dry.
04 - Dust a clean surface with powdered sugar, roll the dough to roughly 1/2 inch thickness, and cut into rounds using a small cookie cutter or shape into balls and flatten gently.
05 - Place shapes on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
06 - Dip each piece into melted dark chocolate or drizzle chocolate over the tops, then garnish with crushed peppermint candies if desired.
07 - Allow chocolate to set before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They melt in your mouth with a smooth peppermint surprise that feels like sharing a secret just between us
- This recipe is simple enough to whip up quickly yet special enough to gift with a personal touch
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- Patience during chilling is key – skipping this makes them too soft to handle
- Discovering the perfect peppermint extract brand elevated this recipe from good to unforgettable
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- Softened butter is your best friend for smooth texture — too cold and your mixture will be crumbly
- The secret to perfect creams is balancing peppermint extract carefully; too much and it overpowers the sugar harmony