22 Peppermint Desserts That Will Make Sure Your Sweets Table Is In Mint Condition
Candy canes aren't just for decorating.
Candy canes aren't just for decorating.
Looking for more holiday sweets? Check out these Christmas tree-themed sweets that will win the holidays.
Chocolate Peppermint Crunch Cupcakes
Not only do crushed candy canes make for a stunning cupcake topper, but they also add crunchy texture and classic peppermint flavor.
Get the recipe from Dessert for Two.
Peppermint Bark No-Churn Ice Cream
If you have an electric mixer, a freezer and half an hour to kill, you can make this super-simple ice cream. Crushed miniature candy canes infuse the entire dessert with minty flavor, but it's not so much that you think you're eating mouthwash.
Get the recipe on Delish.
Chocolate Peppermint Shortbread
This might look like chocolate bark, but there's actually a layer of buttery shortbread under all that frosting.
Get the recipe from Culinary Concoctions by Peabody.
Peppermint Hot Chocolate Caramel Corn
Combine all your favorite holiday flavors into one caramel corn treat — bonus points if you serve in a fun wintry mug.
Get the recipe from Culinary Concoctions by Peabody.
Peppermint Oreo Cookie Balls
These four-ingredient, no-bake cookie balls will fly off the dessert table.
Get the recipe from The Corner Kitchen.
Peppermint Drinking Chocolate
Add another layer of flavor to your hot chocolate this year with a hint of peppermint.
Get the recipe from Minimalist Baker.
Peppermint Oreo Milkshake
If you haven't tasted Peppermint Oreos yet, the best way is with this mint chip milkshake.
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Oreo Peppermint Crunch Cookies
You can't go wrong when you're adding crunchy peppermint pieces and Oreos to your holiday cookies.
Get the recipe from Inside BruCrew Life.
Peppermint Bark
Classic peppermint bark is the perfect homemade gift or a fun cooking project to do with holiday guests.
Get the recipe from Sally's Baking Addiction.
Candy Cane S'mores
Give your s'mores a holiday makeover.
Get the recipe from Roxana's Home Baking.
Kahlua Peppermint Mocha Fudge
This adults-only holiday fudge is totally worth the tiny bit of work involved in making two batches — one for the grownups and a Kahlua-free one for the kiddos.
Get the recipe from Culinary Concoctions by Peabody.
Peppermint Pound Cake
This dessert features peppermint pieces and peppermint extract in the cake, as well as crushed candy cane pieces on top.
Get the recipe from Food Babbles.
Mini Peppermint Pies
You might even like these mini pies better than Christmas cookies.
Get the recipe from Butter with Side of Bread.
Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake Cake
This chocolate and peppermint cake-cheesecake hybrid is next level.
Get the recipe from Shugary Sweets.
Peppermint Bark Cookies
Make two holiday desserts in one with this bark and cookie combo.
Get the recipe from Life and Kitchen.
Peppermint Pancakes
Just another reason to wake up early on Christmas morning.
Get the recipe from Sweet C's Designs.
No-Bake Peppermint Cheesecake
You can whip up this no-bake cheesecake while your cookies are in the oven.
Get the recipe from Beyond Frosting.
Candy Cane Fudge
Use your extra candy canes to top your holiday fudge this year.
Get the recipe from Butter with Side of Bread.
Peppermint Swirl Meringues
A festive colored swirl makes these cookies extra pretty.
Get the recipe from Delish.
Candy Cane Brownie Trifle
Because nothing goes better with peppermint than brownies and whipped cream.
Get the recipe from The Food Charlatan.
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