Pin A fun and festive DIY hack to create a striking peppermint candy bowl—perfect as a holiday gift or party centerpiece. This edible bowl is made entirely from peppermint candies and requires no baking!
I made this peppermint candy bowl for my family's holiday party last year, and everyone was amazed it was completely edible. The colors made a cheerful accent on our dessert table!
Ingredients
- Peppermint hard candies: 40–50 round, unwrapped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Set your oven temperature to 300°F (150°C).
- Prepare Baking Sheet:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or use a silicone baking mat.
- Arrange Candies:
- Place peppermint candies in a tight circular pattern (about 7–8 inch diameter) on the prepared baking sheet, edges touching but not overlapping.
- Melt Candies:
- Bake for 6–8 minutes, watching the candies closely. Remove when they have melted together but not bubbled or browned.
- Shape Bowl:
- Let cool for 30 seconds. While still pliable, drape the melted disc (parchment side up) over an inverted heatproof bowl to create a bowl shape. Use oven mitts to gently mold as needed.
- Cool and Harden:
- Allow the bowl to cool and harden for about 10 minutes. Carefully remove the parchment and lift the candy bowl from the mold.
- Fill or Wrap:
- Fill with treats or wrap in cellophane for gifting.
Pin My kids loved helping arrange the candies before baking, making this an interactive holiday tradition we plan to repeat every year.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, parchment paper or silicone baking mat, heatproof mixing bowl, oven mitts
Allergen Information
Contains none of the major allergens (verify candy labels, as brands may process in facilities with nuts or dairy). Always check for gluten if needed.
Nutritional Information
Each 1/8 bowl serving: 70 calories, 0 g fat, 18 g carbohydrates, 0 g protein
Pin This simple, sweet bowl always draws compliments—perfect for a festive table or memorable homemade gift!
Recipe FAQ
- → What type of candies work best for this candy bowl?
Round hard peppermint candies are ideal as they melt uniformly and hold shape when molded.
- → How do I avoid overheating the candies while melting?
Heat candies at 300°F for 6–8 minutes, watching closely to remove before they bubble or brown.
- → Can other mint flavors be used in place of peppermint?
Yes, spearmint candies or colored peppermints can add variety and visual interest.
- → What tools are essential for shaping the bowl?
A heatproof mixing bowl for molding, parchment or silicone mat on a baking sheet, and oven mitts are needed for safe handling.
- → How should the finished bowl be stored?
Keep in a cool, dry place to prevent moisture damage and maintain shape and texture.