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Christmas: Peppermint Recipes & Candy Cane Party Ideas. If the idea of a Peppermint Mocha makes your day or your love peppermint recipes all Christmas season…this is your post!! Looking fortraditional Christmas desserts? Be sure to check out our snowman treats, grinch party ideas and gingerbread birthday party ideas!

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Have you ever walked down the candy cane aisle at the grocery store? I did this today. In the midst of my normal, chaotic food shopping trip, my daughter and I took a little stroll down the candy cane aisle…and I had some thoughts…

Thought #1: When did candy canes become an item that gets its own AISLE? I mean canned fruit/canned vegetables and soup share an aisle, but there is an entire aisle dedicated to candy canes (albeit only during the Christmas season)

Thought #2: I can’t get over the variety of flavors and brands…it seems every candy brand has their own candy canes…not that I can blame them…really, I wouldn’t mind getting in on that:)

Thought #3: I don’t recall ever actually giving my 2 year old a candy cane…yet somehow she new exactly what they were and what flavor she wanted.

Thought #4: Pink is apparently now also a flavor.

Anyway…. Standing in the aisle amongst massive amounts of candy canes,I started thinking about the crafting possibilities, much to the annoyance of the man walking down the aisle behind me, who didn’t feel the need to mask his impatience (seriously, dude, go around!!). There are so many things you can do with candy canes….especially when using my FREE Peppermint Chalkboard/ Candy Cane Party Printables (wink, wink…nudge, nudge)

Peppermint is such an amazing flavor. I have put together a list of my favorite Peppermint Recipes and Candy Cane Treats…check it out!!

Peppermint Recipes

Peppermint Red Velvet Cake Roll from The Kitchn

I love holiday rolls. If you are loving a pumpkin roll for Thanksgiving…then you will definitely love this Peppermint Roll for Christmas. It’s gorgeous and yummy!!

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Oreo Peppermint Bark from Thrifty Jinxy

Oreos and Peppermint seem like a match made in heaven to me…maybe that’s why I LOVE mint cookies and cream iced cream. This peppermint bark is delicious and super festive!!

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Peppermint Crinkle Cookies from Joyfully Mad

Crinkle cookies are a holiday favorite…especially with some yummy peppermint!!

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White Chocolate Peppermint Cookies from Foodtastic Mom

Let’s bust out the white chocolate and enjoy some super yummy white chocolate peppermint cookies this Christmas.

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Peppermint Popcorn from Mom on Timeout

Want a fun and delicious way to jazz up your popcorn this holiday season…it’s definitely going to be this Peppermint flavored Popcorn. Yummy!!

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Candy Cane Kiss Cookies from Crayons and Cravings

Here’s a simple twist on an old classic (if you want to make the classic, the Peanut Butter Blossom recipe is easy too!)

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Peppermint Sugar Cookies from Beyond the Chicken Coup

Here is another wonderful Peppermint Cookie recipe. Who needs simple sugar cookies when you can have those cookies with a holiday twist!

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Peppermint Mousse Cups from Sprinkle Bakes

Did someone say Peppermint mousse? Yes, please! These look soooooo delicious!

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Peppermint Fudge from Mom on Timeout

Fudge is definitely a holiday favorite in my house. Peppermint fudge is perfection!!

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Peppermint Meltaway Cookies from Cooking Classy

If you love meltaway cookies…then these peppermint meltaway cookies are just what the holiday doctor ordered. Aren’t they delicious!!!

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Peppermint Oreo Truffles from Handle the Heat

I think these are a treat that should be made over and over again! There is nothing more scrumptious than a peppermint Oreo truffle!!!

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Peppermint Snowball Cookies from Mom on Timeout

Nothing says winter and holidays like a peppermint snowball cookie! These are delicious.

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Peppermint Puppy Chow from Daily Dish Recipes

Puppy chow is something my husband and kids love…we usually make it with peanut butter, but switching up to peppermint…I think I’m in love!!

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So take a look and then go spend some time in the candy cane aisle:)

Looking fortraditional Christmas desserts? Be sure to check out our snowman treats, grinch party ideas and gingerbread birthday party ideas!

Here are some helpful links for serving Peppermint Desserts:

Do you love these peppermint recipes? Pin this image to your holiday Pinterest board:

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3 Comments

  1. CRYSTALon 6 December 2018 at 4:27 pm

    Awesome! Saving for later!

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  2. Danielleon 7 December 2018 at 12:53 pm

    My mouth is watering over those oreo balls! Those are going on my Christmas cookie list this year!

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  3. Dianaon 7 December 2018 at 1:47 pm

    I’m not a fan of peppermint, never liked the taste, but these are really pretty and festive!

    Reply

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FAQs

What peppermint candy is popular during Christmas time? ›

A candy cane is a cane-shaped stick candy often associated with Christmastide, as well as Saint Nicholas Day. It is traditionally white with red stripes and flavored with peppermint, but the canes also come in a variety of other flavors and colors.

What is the story behind the candy cane? ›

A Sweet Prelude: The History of Candy Canes

One popular tale traces it back to a German choirmaster seeking a solution to keep children calm during Christmas Eve services. The candy's crook symbolized shepherds, while the red and white stripes embodied the purity of Christ.

What is the religious meaning of the candy cane? ›

Cane: Is like the staff used by the shepherds in caring for sheep. Jesus is our “Good Shepherd.” The Color Red: Is for God's love that sent Jesus to give his life for us on the cross. The Stripes: Remind us of Jesus' suffering-his crown of thorns, the wounds in his hands and feet; and the cross on which he died.

What does peppermint represent in a candy cane? ›

By the 1950s the company dominated the candy cane market. Christians believe the red stripes represent the shed blood of Christ, the white is seen as a symbol of purity, and the peppermint represents hyssop, associated with purification in the Old Testament.

What is the oldest Christmas candy? ›

One of the oldest traditional candies eaten for special occasions like Christmas is marzipan. This almond-based confection dates back centuries, with origins in Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Each region has its own uses for the sweet.

What is the most bought candy during Christmas? ›

(WHNT) – Peppermint bark, mini Reese's cups, and Starburst, oh my! Those are just a few of the most popular Christmas candies, according to a new report from CandyStore.com. However — the top candy varies from state to state.

What does an upside down candy cane mean? ›

This hard candy was shaped so it would resemble a “J” for Jesus or, turned upside down, a shepherd's staff. He made it white to represent the purity of Christ.

What color were candy canes originally? ›

Candy canes were originally solid white, but during the turn of the 20th century stripes started to appear. Prior to the late 19th century, Christmas cards of that period show nothing but plain white candy. Some believe the stripes came from the candy maker Bob McCormack in the 1920s.

Was Jesus born on December 25th? ›

The common Christian traditional calendar date of the birthdate of Jesus was 25 December, a date first asserted officially by Pope Julius I in 350 AD, although this claim is dubious or otherwise unfounded.

What is peppermint a symbol of? ›

Historically, peppermint has been a symbol of hospitality and a catalyst for appetite. Its presence on the table is not merely decorative; it's a nod to centuries of culinary tradition.

Is peppermint a Christmas thing? ›

The History of Peppermint: How a Mediterranean Herb Became the Unofficial Flavor of Christmas. This leafy green plant has come to signify the holiday season.

What does the red on a candy cane mean? ›

In 1847, he made a candy to symbolize Christ. The cane's "J" shape stands for Jesus; when turned upside-down, it becomes a shepherd's staff. The white color signifies purity; the red represents Christ's blood, shed for the world's sins, and three red stripes symbolize the trinity.

What is the traditional Christmas candy? ›

From peanut brittle to chocolate Santas, the holiday season is a time for sweets and celebration. Hundreds of millions of candy canes, chocolate Santas, and tins of peanut brittle are made each year, and millions of candy gifts are given each year.

What is the name of the peppermint candy? ›

Hard mints are hard candies or boiled sweets flavored with mint. Examples of hard mints include starlight mints, also known as pinwheel mints, white, circular, with red or green rays emitting from the middle; candy canes; humbugs; and brand name mints such as Altoids and Ice Breakers.

What is the most popular Christmas flavor? ›

Peppermint. When you think of Christmas, a few flavors probably come to mind—peppermint being the most prominent. A holiday flavor that stands out above the rest, peppermint, is the Christmas season's unofficial flavor and is incorporated into countless winter desserts.

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