No Bake Peppermint Candy Bowl (Print View)

A quick and easy peppermint candy bowl that hardens into a striking festive centerpiece.

# Components:

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01 - 40 to 50 unwrapped round peppermint hard candies

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
02 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
03 - Place the peppermint candies in a tight circular pattern about 7 to 8 inches in diameter on the prepared surface, ensuring edges touch but do not overlap.
04 - Bake for 6 to 8 minutes, monitoring closely until the candies have melted together but before bubbling or browning occurs. Remove from oven.
05 - After cooling for 30 seconds, while pliable, drape the melted candy disc (parchment side up) over an inverted heatproof bowl. Gently mold using oven mitts if necessary.
06 - Allow the candy bowl to cool and harden completely for approximately 10 minutes, then carefully peel off the parchment and lift the bowl from the mold.
07 - Fill the hardened bowl with treats or wrap it for gifting as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Edible and decorative holiday gift
  • Requires no baking and minimal preparation
02 -
  • Work quickly when molding the candy as it hardens fast
  • Store in a cool dry place to avoid moisture damage
03 -
  • Do not overheat candies to avoid burning or browning
  • Mold quickly to maintain the shape before hardening
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