8 Peppermint Desserts to Make and Share for the Holidays

We hope these peppermint dessert recipes inspire you to get creative in the kitchen this holiday season. Happy baking!

It’s that time of year again – the time when the air is crisp and cool, and the smells of peppermint and gingerbread fill the air. If you’re looking to add a touch of holiday cheer to your dessert spread this year, look no further. Here are 8 easy and delicious peppermint desserts that are perfect for gifting and sharing with friends and family.

Peppermint Desserts

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Peppermint bark is a classic holiday treat that’s both simple and delicious. To make it, melt some white chocolate and stir in a few drops of peppermint extract. Then, spread the chocolate onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and sprinkle crushed candy canes on top. Let the bark cool in the fridge until it’s firm, then break it into pieces and enjoy.
For a fun and festive twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie, try adding some crushed candy canes to the dough before baking. The peppermint flavor will add a nice touch to the cookies, and the red and white stripes of the candy canes will make them look extra-festive.
Another easy and tasty peppermint treat is peppermint hot chocolate. Simply heat up some milk, add some cocoa powder and peppermint extract, and stir until everything is well combined. For an extra-indulgent treat, top your hot chocolate with whipped cream and a candy cane.
If you’re looking for a show-stopping dessert to impress your guests, try making peppermint meringue cookies. To make them, beat some egg whites until stiff peaks form, then slowly add in sugar and peppermint extract. Drop the meringue mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and bake in the oven until the cookies are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
For a quick and easy peppermint dessert, try making peppermint fudge. All you need is some chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, butter, and peppermint extract. Simply melt everything together in a saucepan, then spread the mixture into a lined baking dish and let it cool until firm. Cut the fudge into squares and enjoy.
If you’re a fan of cheesecake, you’ll love this peppermint cheesecake recipe. Simply make your favorite cheesecake recipe, and stir in some peppermint extract and food coloring to give it a festive touch. Top the cheesecake with whipped cream and crushed candy canes for a delicious and impressive dessert.
For a fun and tasty treat that’s perfect for the holiday season, try making peppermint popcorn. Simply pop some popcorn and toss it with melted white chocolate and crushed candy canes. Let the popcorn cool until the chocolate is firm, then break it into pieces and enjoy.
Last but not least, no holiday dessert spread would be complete without some peppermint brownies. To make them, simply make your favorite brownie recipe and stir in some peppermint extract. Top the brownies with a peppermint frosting, and sprinkle crushed candy canes on top for a delicious and festive dessert.

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Peppermint Cookies and Christmas Treat Ideas

Super easy and oh so delicious, peppermint bark is fun to make and eat! With just a few ingredients you can whip up a batch of these Christmas treats. Use white chocolate, milk chocolate or dark chocolate to make them just the way you like them. Break apart , place on a Christmas plate or festive tin and wrap with cellophane for an easy holiday gift idea.

Peppermint Bark

Peppermint Brownies

I love brownies, they’re the ultimate decadent and delicious dessert bar. Give your basic brownie recipe a holiday overhaul with a drizzle of peppermint icing and a sprinkle of crushed candy canes. Add a few drops of peppermint to your icing to give it a minty flavor. These are a holiday hit!

Peppermint Cookies

Peppermint Hot Chocolate

There’s nothing like a cozy cup of hot chocolate on a cold winter day. Make it a peppermint sensation with a little bit of peppermint extract, or try adding peppermint chocolate for an extra decadent and delicious treat.