Introduction
If there’s one scent that instantly reminds everyone of Christmas, it’s peppermint. From cool minty cheesecakes to fudgy brownies topped with crushed candy canes, peppermint desserts bring holiday cheer to every bite. These 24 refreshing peppermint treats are perfect for gifting, sharing, or enjoying by the fire with a cup of cocoa.
1. Peppermint Bark Brownies
Rich, chewy brownies meet cool peppermint bark for the ultimate festive mash-up.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes
- 1/2 cup melted chocolate (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix butter, sugar, and eggs until creamy.
- Add cocoa, flour, and peppermint extract.
- Pour into a greased 8×8-inch pan and bake for 25 minutes.
- Once cooled, top with melted chocolate and crushed candy canes.
How to Serve It
Cut into squares and serve with a dusting of powdered sugar for extra holiday sparkle.
2. White Chocolate Peppermint Fudge
Creamy and smooth, this fudge melts in your mouth with a minty finish.
Ingredients
- 3 cups white chocolate chips
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Melt chocolate chips and condensed milk in a saucepan over low heat.
- Stir in peppermint extract.
- Spread into a lined 8×8-inch pan and sprinkle with crushed candy canes.
- Chill for 2 hours before cutting.
3. Peppermint Mocha Cheesecake
Chocolate and peppermint pair beautifully in this café-style cheesecake.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Mix cookie crumbs and butter; press into a springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, and sour cream.
- Add eggs, cocoa, and peppermint extract.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Bake at 325°F (165°C) for 55 minutes. Cool and chill.
How to Serve It
Top with chocolate ganache and crushed candy canes before serving.
4. Peppermint Chocolate Truffles
These silky truffles are bite-sized holiday joy with a cool mint twist.
Ingredients
- 8 oz dark chocolate
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- Crushed candy canes (for coating)
Instructions
- Heat cream until just simmering; pour over chocolate.
- Stir until smooth, add peppermint extract.
- Chill for 2 hours, roll into balls, and coat with crushed candy canes.
5. Peppermint Ice Cream Pie
This no-bake pie is creamy, cool, and perfect for Christmas parties.
Ingredients
- 1 chocolate cookie crust
- 4 cups peppermint ice cream (softened)
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Fill crust with softened ice cream.
- Freeze for 3 hours.
- Top with whipped cream and candy cane pieces.
6. Peppermint Bark Cheesecake Bars
Cheesecake bars get a minty upgrade with crunchy candy cane bits.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 (8 oz) cream cheese blocks
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Combine crumbs and butter; press into a pan.
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, and egg; stir in extract.
- Pour over crust and bake at 325°F (165°C) for 30 minutes.
- Cool and top with crushed candy canes.
7. Peppermint Meringue Cookies
Light, crisp, and full of peppermint flavor — these are Santa-approved!
Ingredients
- 3 egg whites
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- Red food coloring
Instructions
- Beat egg whites until foamy.
- Add sugar gradually and beat until stiff peaks form.
- Add peppermint extract and swirl with food coloring.
- Pipe onto a baking sheet and bake at 200°F (93°C) for 1.5 hours.
8. Peppermint Hot Chocolate Cupcakes
Warm, chocolatey cupcakes with a sweet minty finish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Mix dry and wet ingredients separately, then combine.
- Fill liners 2/3 full and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes.
- Frost with marshmallow cream and sprinkle candy cane pieces.
9. No-Bake Peppermint Oreo Balls
These no-bake bites are creamy, crunchy, and minty perfection.
Ingredients
- 1 package Oreos
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 8 oz chocolate coating
- Crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Crush Oreos and mix with cream cheese and extract.
- Roll into balls, chill for 30 minutes.
- Dip in melted chocolate and top with candy canes.
10. Peppermint White Chocolate Cookies
Sweet, buttery cookies with the perfect peppermint crunch.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 cup butter
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Cream butter and sugars. Add egg, vanilla, and extract.
- Stir in dry ingredients, chocolate chips, and candy canes.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes.
11. Peppermint Cheesecake Dip
Smooth, fluffy, and ready in minutes — this peppermint dip is the perfect no-bake dessert for holiday parties.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup marshmallow fluff
- 1/2 cup whipped topping
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Add marshmallow fluff, whipped topping, and peppermint extract.
- Fold in crushed candy canes.
- Chill for 30 minutes before serving.
How to Serve It
Serve with chocolate graham crackers, pretzels, or fruit slices.
12. Peppermint Bark Popcorn
Crunchy, sweet, and minty — this festive snack is perfect for movie nights.
Ingredients
- 10 cups popped popcorn
- 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Melt chocolate and stir in peppermint extract.
- Pour over popcorn and toss to coat.
- Sprinkle candy canes and let cool before breaking apart.
13. Peppermint Chocolate Mousse
Light yet decadent, this mousse blends creamy chocolate and cool peppermint perfectly.
Ingredients
- 4 oz dark chocolate
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- Whipped cream and candy canes (for garnish)
Instructions
- Melt chocolate and cool slightly.
- Whip cream to soft peaks and fold in chocolate and peppermint extract.
- Chill for 1 hour before serving.
How to Serve It
Top with whipped cream and crushed peppermint before serving.
14. Peppermint Bark Rice Krispies
A holiday spin on a childhood classic that’s easy and fun to make.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Melt butter and marshmallows; stir in peppermint extract.
- Add cereal and mix well.
- Press into a pan and cool.
- Spread melted white chocolate on top, sprinkle candy canes.
15. Peppermint Cream Pie
A no-bake dessert that’s light, minty, and full of holiday flair.
Ingredients
- 1 chocolate cookie crust
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Whisk pudding mix with milk and peppermint extract.
- Fold in whipped topping.
- Pour into crust, chill for 2 hours, and top with candy canes.
16. Peppermint Chocolate Bark
Simple, beautiful, and bursting with peppermint crunch.
Ingredients
- 8 oz dark chocolate
- 8 oz white chocolate
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/3 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Melt dark chocolate, spread onto parchment.
- Melt white chocolate, stir in peppermint extract, drizzle and swirl.
- Sprinkle crushed candy canes and refrigerate for 30 minutes before breaking.
17. Peppermint Chocolate Lasagna
A creamy, layered treat that combines all your favorite holiday flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 package Oreos (crushed)
- 6 tbsp butter (melted)
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 cups whipped topping
- 2 packages (3.9 oz) chocolate pudding mix
- 3 cups milk
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- Crushed candy canes for topping
Instructions
- Mix Oreos and butter, press into a pan.
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, and whipped topping; spread over crust.
- Mix pudding with milk and extract; layer on top.
- Chill 4 hours and top with more whipped cream and candy canes.
18. Peppermint Cupcake Milkshakes
A fun, festive drink that doubles as dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 scoops vanilla ice cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 mini cupcake (crumbled)
- Whipped cream and sprinkles
Instructions
- Blend ice cream, milk, peppermint extract, and cupcake crumbs.
- Pour into glasses and top with whipped cream and candy canes.
19. Peppermint Pretzel Bites
Sweet, salty, and minty — a crowd-pleaser snack for every occasion.
Ingredients
- Mini pretzels
- 1 bag chocolate melts
- Crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Place pretzels on a baking sheet.
- Top each with a chocolate melt and bake at 250°F (120°C) for 3 minutes.
- Sprinkle candy canes on top, cool until set.
20. Peppermint Brownie Trifle
This layered beauty looks stunning on any Christmas table.
Ingredients
- 1 batch brownies (cubed)
- 2 cups chocolate pudding
- 2 cups whipped cream
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Layer brownies, pudding, and whipped cream in a trifle bowl.
- Repeat layers and top with candy canes.
- Chill for 1 hour before serving.
21. Peppermint Icebox Cake
Cool, creamy, and no oven required.
Ingredients
- 2 cups whipped cream
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes
- 1 package chocolate wafers
Instructions
- Mix whipped cream with peppermint extract and candy canes.
- Layer cream and cookies alternately.
- Chill overnight before serving.
22. Peppermint Hot Cocoa Bark
The flavor of hot cocoa in a crunchy candy form.
Ingredients
- 8 oz milk chocolate
- 1/4 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Melt chocolate and spread on parchment.
- Sprinkle marshmallows and candy canes.
- Let set and break into pieces.
23. Peppermint Cream Puffs
Elegant, light pastries filled with creamy peppermint filling.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup flour
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- Pink food coloring
Instructions
- Boil butter and water, add flour; stir until smooth.
- Beat in eggs one at a time.
- Drop spoonfuls onto a baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25 minutes.
- Whip cream with sugar, extract, and coloring; fill puffs.
24. Peppermint Brownie Sundaes
Warm brownies meet cool ice cream and peppermint crunch.
Ingredients
- 4 brownie squares
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
- 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
- 2 tbsp crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Warm brownies slightly.
- Top each with ice cream, syrup, and candy canes.
Conclusion
Peppermint desserts bring the cool sparkle of the season into your kitchen. Whether you love creamy cheesecakes, fudgy brownies, or simple no-bake sweets, there’s a treat here to make your holidays extra sweet. Try a few, share them with friends, and let your home smell like Christmas magic all season long.
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