Are you a peppermint fan? If so, you HAVE to make this Peppermint Cool Whip Candy. Not only is it easy to make, but it’s crazy good, too! Everyone will love this easy holiday treat. 

Peppermint Cool Whip Candy

I love having a sweet treat or two out on the counter for the kids. It’s a great way to get everyone in the festive spirit, and the easier the recipe, the better. Since this recipe makes 64 yummy treats, it’s one that is always on my radar! 

You can easily use this for a holiday party, the family dessert table, or even just a treat to have ready for when that sweet tooth hits. 

I also love that the main ingredient is Cool Whip because that means that once you pop it in your mouth, the combination of the chocolate and whipped topping starts to melt – and it’s so good! 

When it comes to a peppermint dessert for the holidays, you can’t go wrong with this one. It’s one of our household favorites! 

Makes 64 pieces of candy

Prep time: 30 minutes

Chill time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Ingredients:

6 cups milk chocolate chips, divided

8 ounces Cool Whip topping, thawed

1 teaspoon peppermint extract

1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable shortening

Peppermint candy, crushed

How to make Peppermint Cool Whip Candy:

Place 3 1/2 cups of the milk chocolate chips in a large microwave-safe bowl.

Melt in 30-second increments, stirring between each increment, until the chocolate is melted.

Add the Cool Whip and peppermint extract to the bowl and beat the ingredients together with a hand mixer until smooth.

Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with plastic wrap and spread the mixture evenly across the pan.

Cover the pan with another layer of plastic wrap and place in the freezer to chill for at least 30 minutes.

Pull the mixture from the pan using the plastic wrap and flip it over onto a cutting board. Cut the bars into one-inch squares using a sharp knife.

Transfer the pieces to a tray or baking sheet lined with parchment paper and chill in the freezer for at least 30 minutes.

When ready to start decorating, melt the remaining chocolate in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between intervals until it’s fully melted.

Working in batches, place a piece of candy on a fork and spoon the melted chocolate over the top until it’s fully coated. Lightly tap the fork on the edge of the bowl to remove excess chocolate, then transfer the coated candy to a piece of parchment paper. Immediately top with crushed peppermint.

Transfer the chocolate-covered candy to the refrigerator and allow the chocolate to cool and set completely before serving.

See how simple and easy this peppermint dessert is? It’s a fun way to give your oven a break – while still making something crazy good! 

Be sure to check out my Candy Cane Pie : Christmas Pie Recipe for the perfect holiday pie recipe. You can’t go wrong with adding this pie to your holiday menu. It’s fast, simple, and full of candy cane goodness! 

      

Yield: 64 pieces

Peppermint Cool Whip Candy

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Additional Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Total Time: 2 hours

You're going to love the taste and flavor of these peppermint treats! An easy holiday dessert!

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Ingredients

• 6 cups milk chocolate chips, divided
• 8 ounces Cool Whip topping, thawed
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable shortening
• Peppermint candy, crushed

Instructions

1. Place 3 1/2 cups of the milk chocolate chips in a large microwave-safe bowl. Melt in 30-second increments, stirring between each increment, until the chocolate is melted.
2. Add the Cool Whip and peppermint extract to the bowl and beat the ingredients together with a hand mixer until smooth.
3. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with plastic wrap and spread the mixture evenly across the pan. Cover the pan with another layer of plastic wrap and place in the freezer to chill for at least 30 minutes.
4. Pull the mixture from the pan using the plastic wrap and flip it over onto a cutting board. Cut the bars into one-inch squares using a sharp knife.
5. Transfer the pieces to a tray or baking sheet lined with parchment paper and chill in the freezer for at least 30 minutes.
6. When ready to start decorating, melt the remaining chocolate in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between intervals until it's fully melted.
7. Working in batches, place a piece of candy on a fork and spoon the melted chocolate over the top until it's fully coated. Lightly tap the fork on the edge of the bowl to remove excess chocolate, then transfer the coated candy to a piece of parchment paper. Immediately top with crushed peppermint.
8. Transfer the chocolate-covered candy to the refrigerator and allow the chocolate to cool and set completely before serving.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

64

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 99Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 13mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 1gSugar: 9gProtein: 1g

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