Save to Pinterest Festive, crunchy peppermint bows made quickly with crushed candies—perfect for holiday decorating, gifting, or topping desserts.
I enjoy making these peppermint candy bows every holiday season because they add a festive touch and are loved by everyone.
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 to Pinterest My family gathers every year to make these bows, turning it into a joyful holiday tradition that brings us closer together.
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
Calories: 55, Total Fat: 0 g, Carbohydrates: 14 g, Protein: 0 g per serving
Save to Pinterest These peppermint candy bows add sparkle and festive fun to any holiday treat or gift.
Common Questions
- → How do I shape the peppermint candies into bows?
Arrange two overlapping circles of unwrapped candies on parchment, then bake until softened. While warm, gently press centers together with a greased spatula or fingers to form bow shapes.
- → Can I use different peppermint candy colors?
Yes, mixing colored candies creates vibrant, festive bows. Choose your preferred colors for a custom look.
- → What temperature is best for melting the candies?
Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F) and bake the candies for 3–5 minutes, just until they soften without bubbling.
- → How should I store the finished candy bows?
Once cooled and firm, carefully remove the bows from paper and keep them in an airtight container to maintain freshness and crunch.
- → Are edible decorations necessary?
No, sprinkles or edible glitter are optional and can enhance appearance but aren’t required for flavor or texture.