Soft Christmas Peppermints: A Melt-in-Your-Mouth Holiday Treat

Some holiday traditions are passed down through generations—songs, ornaments, stories—and then there are the treats. Soft Christmas peppermints are one of those nostalgic indulgences that make the season feel magical. Unlike the hard peppermint discs you find in candy jars, these homemade versions are creamy, pillowy, and delicately flavored. They melt the moment they hit your tongue, delivering the perfect balance of sweetness and cool peppermint freshness.

And the best part? These festive little candies are incredibly simple to make. With just a few ingredients and no cooking required, this recipe is ideal for gifting, party trays, or filling Christmas tins. Plus, their red-and-white stripes make them look as merry as they taste.

Why Everyone Loves Soft Christmas Peppermints

These candies stand out because they’re:

✔ Soft and creamy, almost like a peppermint-infused buttercream
✔ Festive and beautiful, perfect for holiday displays
✔ Easy to customize with colors, sprinkles, or extracts
✔ No-bake, making them a great project for kids or beginners

Their cute cube-like shape and red peppermint dust on top make them look straight out of a winter bakery display.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 3 ½ cups powdered sugar

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

• ½ tsp peppermint extract

• Red food coloring

• Crushed peppermint candies (optional for sprinkling)

How to Make Soft Christmas Peppermints