How Do You Make White Chocolate Peppermint Candy?
This fun holiday candy is quick and easy to make and can be used for gift giving. It is simple enough for children to enjoy making it with you. Package it in colorful tins for great teachers’ gifts. Place the white chocolate chips and the peppermint oil in a glass, microwave-safe bowl and microwave on half power for 40 seconds. Stir well. Continue microwaving and stirring until the chocolate is melted. For details on melting chocolate this way see eHow article How to Melt Chocolate Chips in the Microwave. Stir the crushed peppermint into the white chocolate mixture. Pour the melted candy mixture onto an aluminum foil lined cookie sheet. Quickly spread the candy into a thickness of about half an inch. Sprinkle red and green candy sprinkles on top. Place the cookie sheet in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to quickly harden the candy. Take out the candy and break it into jagged pieces. Store in an airtight container.
