Description
These DIY Peppermint Candy Spoons are festive, sweet, and perfect as holiday treats or edible stirrers for hot cocoa and coffee. Made by melting crushed peppermint candies in spoon molds and optionally decorated with chocolate and sprinkles, they offer a delightful peppermint flavor and a fun holiday presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 1 bag Starlight Peppermint Candy (about 12 oz)
- 1 bag Wilton Candy Melts (any color, about 8 oz)
- Holiday Sprinkles (as desired for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for melting the peppermint candies safely without burning.
- Crush Peppermint Candies: Place the Starlight peppermint candies into a ziplock bag and crush them finely using a kitchen mallet or rolling pin to ensure even melting within the spoon molds.
- Fill Spoon Molds: Use a teaspoon to fill each cavity of a silicone spoon mold with the crushed peppermint. Add extra crushed peppermint near the top of the spoon section and at the neck where the spoon meets the handle, as these spots are prone to breaking.
- Melt Peppermints: Place the filled spoon molds on a baking sheet and put them into the preheated oven. Let the peppermint candies melt completely, checking around 8 to 10 minutes. When the melts look mostly liquefied, remove and carefully top up any thin areas with more crushed peppermint then return to the oven for a few more minutes.
- Cool Completely: Remove the spoon molds from the oven and allow the peppermint candy to cool and harden fully at room temperature to retain shape.
- Remove Candy Spoons: Carefully separate the sides of the mold and gently pop the peppermint candy spoons out. If any edges break, patch the spots by pressing on some additional crushed peppermint and melting again briefly in the oven.
- Optional Chocolate Decoration: Melt the Wilton Candy Melts according to the package instructions. Dip the ends of the peppermint spoons into the melted chocolate, then immediately dip into holiday sprinkles for a festive touch. Place the decorated spoons on wax paper and let them dry completely before using or gifting.
Notes
- Be sure to fill the spoon molds generously, especially at the neck area, to prevent breaks.
- The melting time can vary with different ovens; watch carefully to prevent burning.
- The candy spoons can be used as edible stirrers for hot drinks like cocoa or coffee.
- Store finished candy spoons in an airtight container at room temperature to prevent moisture from softening them.
- Use silicone molds for easy removal of the candy once hardened.
