No-Bake Peppermint Candy Bowl (Printable Version)

Melt peppermint candies to form a striking festive bowl ideal for gifts or party decor.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Candy

01 - 40 to 50 round peppermint hard candies, unwrapped

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat the oven to 300°F.
02 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
03 - Place peppermint candies in a tight circular pattern approximately 7 to 8 inches in diameter on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring edges touch without overlapping.
04 - Bake for 6 to 8 minutes until candies melt and fuse together, removing before bubbling or browning occurs.
05 - After baking, cool for 30 seconds, then while pliable, drape the melted candy disc (parchment side up) over an inverted heatproof bowl and gently mold with oven mitts to form a bowl shape.
06 - Allow the candy bowl to cool completely for about 10 minutes until hardened, then carefully remove the parchment and lift off the mold.
07 - Fill the candy bowl with treats or wrap for gifting.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Easy no-bake project
  • Perfect holiday centerpiece or gift
02 -
  • Work quickly when molding because the candy hardens fast
  • Store in a cool, dry place to avoid moisture
03 -
  • Watch closely while melting so candies don't brown
  • Use oven mitts to shape the bowl safely
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