Peppermint Marshmallow Squares
Servings: 24 squares
Calories: 203kcal
When it comes to no-bake Christmas recipes, you cannot go wrong with Peppermint Marshmallow Squares! They are loaded with chocolate and peppermint-flavoured marshmallows. Along with the peppermint extract and the crushed candy canes on top, these squares are perfect for the extreme peppermint lover!
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Ingredients
- 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teapsoons peppermint extract
- 3 cups mini marshmallows, peppermint or regular flavour
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Prepare a 9 x 13-inch baking pan by lining it well with parchment paper. Fold the parchment paper so that it fits snugly in the pan. I use two sheets – one folded to fit the length of the pan and another folded to fit across the pan. Allow the excess parchment paper to hang out over the side of the pan. Once the confection is firm, use the excess parchment to lift the whole block out of the pan to make it easy to cut into squares.
- Next, in a large, microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk on high speed in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each increment, until melted and combined.
- Add the salt and the peppermint extract. Stir until well incorporated.
- Next, add the marshmallows. Stir again until the marshmallows are well mixed into the chocolate and mixture.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Press down with the spatula to flatten slightly.
- Top with the crushed candy canes.
- Leave to cool at room temperature for 20 minutes before transferring to your fridge to cool for an additional 20 minutes.
- Once cooled, cut into squares.
- Store the squares in an airtight, food-safe container and keep them refrigerated. Squares will last 5-7 days in the fridge. Additionally, the squares can be frozen for up to 3 months!
Nutrition
Calories: 203kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 52mg | Potassium: 189mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 55IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 1mg