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Easy Christmas Peppermint Creams — Homemade Peppermint Treats

December 18, 2025

Close-up of chocolate-covered candy squares with a fluffy chocolate filling, sprinkled with crushed peppermint and arranged on parchment for gifting, Favorite Christmas Candy.

Easy Cool Whip Three Musketeers — Your New Favorite Christmas Candy

December 18, 2025

Your new Favorite Christmas Candy — quick, nostalgic, and totally giftable If you’re hunting for a Favorite Christmas Candy, this Cool Whip Three Musketeers copycat delivers that airy chocolate center and snap-in-the-coating crunch with almost zero fuss. Think mousse-y filling, a shiny dark chocolate shell, and bite-sized pieces that scream “holiday party.” Sound good? Let’s dive in. Brief introduction — what this recipe is and why it works This recipe turns whipped topping, melted chocolate, and a little patience into an impressively professional candy. No candy thermometer, no sugar-cracking, no tempering drama — just melt, fold, freeze, slice, dip, and … Read more
Slice of peppermint layer cake with white buttercream, crushed candy-cane rim, and a sprig of evergreen on a festive plate, Peppermint Cake.

Holiday Peppermint Cake — A Christmas Cake Recipes Showstopper

December 18, 2025

Peppermint Cake — a holiday showstopper that’s shockingly easy Peppermint Cake makes the season feel instantaneously festive: bright, minty, and decadently creamy, with peppermint crunch on the outside. If you want a dessert that looks impressive but won’t steal your whole day, this is it. Brief introduction — what this cake brings to the table This Holiday Peppermint Cake starts with a boxed white cake mix and gets a serious upgrade thanks to a splash of peppermint syrup and a fluffy peppermint buttercream. It’s fast, fun, and reliably festive — perfect when you need a statement dessert that’s not finicky. … Read more

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Irresistible Peppermint Chocolate Fudge — Melt-In-Your-Mouth Holiday Squares

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Peppermint Chocolate Fudge — Melt-in-your-mouth hot cocoa meets candy-cane magic Peppermint Chocolate Fudge is exactly what it sounds like: fudgy, chocolatey squares infused with hot chocolate mix, studded with marshmallows, and finished with a crackle of peppermint. If you love cozy winter desserts that scream holiday, this no-bake treat will become one of your go-to recipes. Want rich, layered flavor with zero fuss? Say no more. Quick intro — what this fudge brings to the party Think two kinds of chocolate plus hot cocoa, toasted marshmallows folded in for chewy pockets, and crushed candy cane sprinkles on top. It’s a … Read more

Close-up of peppermint chocolate fudge squares topped with mini marshmallows, crushed candy cane, and a chocolate drizzle, arranged on a festive napkin, Peppermint Chocolate Fudge.
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Jennifer

I’m the cook and creator behind 9am Chef, where I share easy dinner recipes, sweet dessert recipes, and nourishing healthy recipes to inspire your kitchen. My love for cooking started with simple home meals that turned into a passion for creating dishes that are both comforting and creative. At 9am Chef, I believe food should be fun, flavorful, and something everyone can enjoy—whether you’re whipping up a quick weeknight meal or treating yourself to something sweet.

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