No-Bake Peppermint Candy Bowl (Print View)

A colorful peppermint candy bowl formed by melting and shaping sweets into a charming holiday vessel.

# Components:

→ Candy

01 - 30 to 36 round unwrapped peppermint hard candies

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
02 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
03 - Place peppermint candies in a tightly packed circle on the prepared baking sheet, forming a flat disc approximately 8 to 9 inches in diameter with edges touching and no gaps.
04 - Bake for 7 to 9 minutes until the candies melt and fuse together without browning, watching closely.
05 - Remove from oven and let cool for 1 minute until pliable but safe to handle; use oven mitts or heat-resistant gloves.
06 - Invert a heatproof 6-inch diameter bowl upside down. Carefully lift the melted candy disc with parchment and drape it over the inverted bowl, gently pressing the sides to shape it. Hold for a few seconds until it begins to set.
07 - Allow the peppermint bowl to cool completely, about 20 minutes, before gently removing it from the mold.
08 - Peel off the parchment paper and fill the peppermint bowl with wrapped candies or dry treats as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No baking required for a fun DIY edible craft
  • Makes an impressive and reusable treat holder for parties or gifts
02 -
  • Humidity may cause the candy bowl to become sticky—store in a cool, dry place
  • Use heatproof and lightly greased bowls as molds for easier release
03 -
  • Mix green, red, or fruit hard candies for extra decoration
  • Only fill with wrapped or dry treats to preserve the structural integrity
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