Description
Homemade Christmas Peppermint Sticks are the perfect festive treat that brings joy and cheer to your holiday gatherings. These easy-to-make sweets combine the delightful crunch of candy canes with creamy white chocolate and refreshing peppermint essence. Whether you’re decorating your dessert table, stirring them into hot cocoa, or gifting them in charming packaging, these peppermint sticks will surely impress family and friends alike. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a colorful addition to your holiday celebrations that’s both visually stunning and deliciously sweet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package candy canes (12 pieces)
- 12 ounces white chocolate
- 1 teaspoon peppermint essence
Instructions
- Set up your workspace by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt the white chocolate using a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth.
- Stir in the peppermint essence once melted.
- Dip each candy cane into the chocolate mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Place the chocolate-dipped candy canes on the prepared baking sheet and allow them to cool for about an hour until set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stick (15g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg