Peppermint Candy Ornaments
Create sweet and festive peppermint candy ornaments for your holiday decorations with this easy and fun crafting project.
Ingredients
For the Ornaments
- 1 bag Hard peppermint candies (such as starlight mints) Choose various colors for a festive look.
- 1 sheet Parchment paper For lining the baking sheet.
- 1 optional Cookie cutter For creating shapes with the melted candies.
- 1 roll Ribbon or twine For hanging the ornaments.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to preheat.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unwrap the peppermint candies and arrange them in your desired shapes on the parchment paper. Use a cookie cutter if desired.
Baking
- Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for about 5 to 8 minutes until the candies melt but do not bubble.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let it sit for a minute.
- If desired, gently reshape the melted candies using the cookie cutter.
- Allow the candies to cool completely for about 10 to 15 minutes.
Finishing Touches
- Use a skewer or toothpick to create a hole at the top for stringing your ribbon or twine.
- Thread the ribbon through the hole and tie a knot for hanging.
Notes
Use various colors and flavors of hard candies for a rainbow effect. Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container to maintain freshness. These ornaments can be made weeks in advance.