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Peppermint creams

Sweet treats for others or for yourself!

Preparation: 20 mins
Serves: 20

What you need:

115g (4oz) icing sugar, sifted
55g (2oz) Carnation Condensed Milk
Natural peppermint extract, to taste
edible glitter
25g (1oz) plain chocolate, melted

What you do:

Gradually mix icing sugar into the condensed milk. Add peppermint extract
Knead until smooth and firm. Roll out to 5mm (1/2") thickness and cut into rounds with a small cutter. Leave in a cool place to dry
Decorate the peppermint creams with the melted chocolate by drizzling over in lines or dip into the melted chocolate to coat one half. Allow to set and store in an airtight container

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