31 Peppermint Recipes for Festive and Flavorful Delights

If you can’t get enough of that cooling, refreshing peppermint flavor, then prepare to have your tastebuds tantalized. We’ve gathered an array of delightful peppermint recipes that will surely get your imagination swirling. While peppermint cookies steal the show during the holiday season, there’s a whole world of peppermint-infused treats waiting to be explored. Picture yourself indulging in luscious chocolate peppermint cups, savoring a delectable peppermint tart, or even cozying up with a steaming cup of hot chocolate infused with the invigorating essence of peppermint. So, if you’re ready to embark on a peppermint adventure beyond cookies, we’ve definitely got you covered!

Easy Christmas Sugar Cookie Pizza

Refrigerated sugar cookie dough, icing and candy toppings combine to make this unique Christmas sugar cookie pizza. The green, red and white colours give this holiday cookie pizza a festive look.
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Christmas Pink Peppermint Jello Shots

Pink peppermint jello shots are such a fun idea for the holidays. These creamy candy cane shots are prepared with peppermint schnapps and whipping cream vodka. The peppermint is perfect for the holidays while the vodka will give you a festive buzz! These festive layered jello shots for the holidays need to be on your party planning list because this Christmas shooter is always popular.
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Chocolate Dipped Peppermint Meringues

chocolate dipped peppermint meringue kiss christmas cookies — Chocolate Dipped Peppermint Meringues. Photo credit: xoxoBella

Chocolate dipped peppermint meringue kiss Christmas treats look so elegant but they aren’t hard to make. If you are in the mood to make holiday meringues, you can’t go wrong with these dipped meringue kisses. You will love the flavour combination of meringue, chocolate and candy cane.
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Creamy Chocolate Peppermint Cups

Peppermint chocolate cups beautifully displayed on a rustic wooden plate. These delectable treats are perfect for anyone looking for peppermint recipes that are not cookies. Enjoy a burst of sweet and — Creamy Chocolate Peppermint Cups. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

These Creamy Chocolate Peppermint Cups are dangerously delicious. They have a chocolatey outside and a creamy sweet peppermint filling in the middle. {gluten free, vegan}
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Peppermint Puppy Chow

A festive twist on a classic breakfast staple, this bowl of cereal is adorned with delectable candy canes. The refreshing peppermint flavor adds a delightful burst of holiday cheer to each bite — Peppermint Puppy Chow. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

Sweet, crunchy, addictive, and delicious, this Peppermint Puppy Chow is a great holiday gift. It is super easy to throw together and packages well for a cute presentation. Made from Chex Cereal, white chocolate, candy canes, and powdered sugar, it’s easily made in no time.
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Peppermint Bark Cookies

Peppermint candy bars showcased on a rustic wooden table. — Best Peppermint Bark Cookies. Photo credit: PinkWhen.

Peppermint bark is one of those holiday treats that you have to have. But have you had peppermint bark cookies? These easy holiday cookies are sure to make mom (or dad) the favorite person of the week.
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Peppermint Cheesecakes

Red velvet peppermint cheesecake cupcakes with cream cheese frosting. — Peppermint Cheesecakes. Photo credit: SpaceShips & Laser Beams.

These easy and adorable peppermint cheesecakes are perfect for celebrating the holiday season. Set on a honey graham crust, the rich cheesecake is infused with peppermint and Hershey’s Kisses, and topped with a layer of whipped cream.
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Peppermint Brownies

A slice of chocolate peppermint cake on a plate with a fork. The recipe for this delectable dessert includes the refreshing flavor of peppermint. — Peppermint Brownies. Photo credit: SpaceShips & Laser Beams.

These easy peppermint brownies are like Christmas in your mouth! They’re rich, chocolatey, and have not only a delicious peppermint frosting but also a decadent ganache on top of the brownies; plus, this irresistible dessert is super easy to make.
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4 Ingredient Peppermint Bark Recipe

Peppermint bark with white chocolate and candy canes is a delightful treat that combines the sweet creaminess of white chocolate with the refreshing taste of peppermint. This delicious holiday confection is — 4 Ingredient Peppermint Bark Recipe. Photo credit: The Art Of Food And Wine.

This simple candy is simply white chocolate, layered on top of dark chocolate, then topped with chopped peppermint candies. The white chocolate is flavored with peppermint extract to give it an amazing minty flavor.
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Homemade York Peppermint Patties

A stack of chocolate cookies with a bite taken out of them, perfect for peppermint lovers. — Homemade York Peppermint Patties. Photo credit: Life Currents Blog.

Copycat Homemade York Peppermint Patties are so easy to make with a rich dark chocolate coating over cool minty melt-in-your-mouth candy center that’s a perfectly sweet refreshing sensation. A York Peppermint Patty is an easy to make DIY dark chocolate candy, and uses only 4 ingredients! It’s no bake and no cook.
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Peppermint Brownies Stuffed With Oreos

Recipes for peppermint Oreos cookie brownies on a plate. — Peppermint Brownies Stuffed With Oreos. Photo credit: Jersey Girl Cooks.

Peppermint Brownies stuffed with Oreos are a perfect dessert! I make this Christmas brownies recipe every year as they are super festive and great for the holidays. Bringing over a plate of Christmas brownies is a great way to make friends with the neighbors.
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Peppermint Cacao Smoothie

Two chocolate smoothies on a white plate with peppermint leaves. — Peppermint Cacao Smoothie. Photo credit: A Cedar Spoon.

Indulge in a rich, creamy smoothie without regret. Frozen bananas, Greek yogurt, almond milk and Simply Organic Vanilla Flavoring sweeten cacao naturally without added sugar, while Simply Organic Peppermint Flavor adds a cooling, candy-like touch.
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Giant Homemade Peppermint Patty

A decadent slice of peppermint chocolate ice cream pie on a plate. — Giant Homemade Peppermint Patty. Photo credit: The Simple Sweet Life.

Chocolate and peppermint never looked so good! This giant homemade peppermint patty takes everything you love about the classic candy and super-sizes it. Done in 30 minutes with no baking required. Unpopular opinion: Chocolate and peppermint are the superior candy flavor combination.
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Homemade Peppermint Patties

Homemade Peppermint Patties are a wintery mint that will chill you down. A velvety and creamy mint center that is dipped in dark chocolate. You will love these peppermint patties, perfect for holiday entertaining and more.
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Chocolate Peppermint Fudge

A stack of chocolate fudge with mint leaves on top, perfect for peppermint recipes. — Chocolate Peppermint Fudge. Photo credit: Life Around The Table.

Melt-in-your-mouth Chocolate Peppermint Fudge is perfect for the Holiday season. It’s made with only five ingredients, including coconut milk and Medjool dates for a natural touch of sweetness. This rich and creamy fudge also doubles as a thoughtful homemade gift idea.
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2-Ingredient Peppermint Bark

Peppermint candy cane bark in a green bowl. — 2-Ingredient Peppermint Bark. Photo credit: The Short Order Cook.

For creamy white chocolate peppermint bark, this easy recipe is the best. Only two ingredients are needed to make this homemade Christmas candy that everyone loves. It is a sweet and minty bark candy with the lovely red and white colors of Christmas.
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Easy Homemade Salted Peppermint Bark

Peppermint bark recipes in a bowl on a white surface. — Easy Homemade Salted Peppermint Bark. Photo credit: Flour De Liz.

From the moment I first tasted Williams Sonoma Salted Peppermint Bark, I knew I had to figure out how to recreate it. It was the perfect balance of salty and sweet with all the best holiday flavors. Luckily, your wallets can be spared because this Easy Homemade Salted Peppermint Bark recipe is incredible simple to make.
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Peppermint Patties Recipe

Delicious chocolate peppermint candy canes with a festive sprinkle of peppermint. Perfect for holiday cookies or peppermint recipes! — Peppermint Patties Recipe. Photo credit: The Gunny Sack.

Homemade Peppermint Patties are so easy to make and more delicious than the store bought ones! Cool and minty on the inside with smooth chocolate on the outside, they are a Christmas holiday tradition. Silpat and Roul’Pat provided by Sasa Demarle. Inc in return for sharing this recipe.
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Chocolate Peppermint Whoopie Pies

Two peppermint ice cream sandwiches with candy canes. — Chocolate Peppermint Whoopie Pies. Photo credit: Quiet Baking Day.

With a creamy peppermint buttercream filling sandwiched between two incredibly chocolatey cakes, these Chocolate Peppermint Whoopie Pies are the perfect portable cake! Peppermint screams the holidays, which makes these a great choice for cookie exchanges, holiday parties and school gifts.
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Healthy Peppermint Brownies with Chocolate Frosting

Peppermint brownies with peppermint sprinkles combining tantalizing flavors of chocolate and peppermint. — Healthy Peppermint Brownies with Chocolate Frosting. Photo credit: Lauren Fit Foodie.

These Healthy Peppermint Brownies with Chocolate Frosting are the perfect dessert for any occasion ALL December long! So rich and fudgy with the perfect pop of sweet peppermint! They’ll be eaten right up.
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Starbucks Peppermint Hot Chocolate

A cup of hot chocolate with peppermint candy canes. — Starbucks Peppermint Hot Chocolate. Photo credit: Greedy Girl Gourmet.

A creamy and cosy cup of Starbucks Pepper Hot Chocolate is the perfect copycat recipe for cold winter days. The velvety chocolate is the perfect Christmas morning drink. This delicious hot cocoa is the perfect warm-me-up drink for the winter months.
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Peppermint Mocha Recipe

Recipe: Peppermint hot chocolate with whipped cream and candy canes.

This recipe combines the comforting flavors of hot chocolate with the refreshing taste of peppermint. The rich and creamy beverage is garnished — Peppermint Mocha Recipe. Photo credit: Herbs And Flour.

The holiday season is here and that means it’s also peppermint season! If you love peppermint flavored treats, than you are going to love this Starbucks Peppermint Mocha Recipe. Rich, chocolatey and perfectly minty, this Peppermint Mocha recipe hits all the notes you want in this favorite drink.
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Peppermint Bark Recipe

This homemade peppermint bark recipe is even more delicious than store bought. It’s easy to make with 6 ingredients and is a delicious treat to give as gifts for the holidays. If you love the idea of giving peppermint bark to friends and neighbors as gifts, but want to make it at home – this peppermint bark recipe is for you.
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No Churn Peppermint Ice Cream

Peppermint ice cream in a bowl, topped with candy canes. — No Churn Peppermint Ice Cream. Photo credit: DIY And Fun.

No Churn Peppermint Ice Cream, a simple six ingredient dessert or treat recipe that is especially perfect for the Holiday Christmas season. No Churn Peppermint Ice Cream that is so easy to make! This tasty dessert treat is a lush creamy treat with yummy peppermint accents.
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Peppermint Meltaways

Peppermint candy cane cookies with whipped cream. — Peppermint Meltaways. Photo credit: Princess Pinky Girl.

These Peppermint Meltaway cookies literally melt in your mouth. After one bite, you will see where they get their name, they are the perfect holiday cookie. Topped off with creamy frosting and crunchy candy cane bits, these little treats are packed with big deliciousness.
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Peppermint Bark

Sugar Free Keto Peppermint Bark, a delicious holiday season candy recipe featuring no added sugar peppermint and chocolate. Sugar Free Keto Peppermint Bark is so easy to make. I like how tasty this sugar free candy idea especially during the holiday season.
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White Chocolate Christmas Crack

This easy white chocolate Christmas crack is as easy as melting some chocolate, and topping it with your favourite candies. If you love all the desserts that the holiday season brings, but are not much of a baker, this is a quick and easy recipe that makes the perfect gift.
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Peppermint Crisp Tart With A Twist

A baking pan with a brownie covered in chocolate and sprinkles, perfect for indulgent recipes. — Peppermint Crisp Tart With A Twist. Photo credit: The Cinnamon Jar.

This dessert needs no intro – it’s the childhood memory maker, the delicious finale to a ‘braai’ or Sunday lunch. AKA “Transkei mud pie,” Peppermint Crisp tart is simple, yet decadent, winning over hearts and stomachs as a beloved South African classic. This recipe for peppermint crisp tart features Aero mint and a sprinkle of creativity with alternative biscuit options. It’s perfect for Saffa expats longing for a taste of home, or anyone seeking a twist on this classic dessert.
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Peppermint Cheesecake

A peppermint-themed dessert featuring a mouthwatering slice of cheesecake served on a plate adorned with festive candy canes. — Peppermint Cheesecake. Photo credit: Will Cook For Smiles.

Peppermint cheesecake makes a wonderful holiday dessert. This holiday cheesecake is made with an Oreo cookie crust, filled with smooth peppermint cheesecake, and topped with light and airy peppermint frosting.
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Gluten Free Chocolate Peppermint Cake

A peppermint cake recipe featuring a slice of red and white cake with delicious peppermint frosting. — Gluten Free Chocolate Peppermint Cake. Photo credit: Well Fed Baker.

Is there anything more perfect for the holidays than chocolate and peppermint? This amazing gluten free & dairy free rich chocolate cake is topped with peppermint frosting, dark chocolate ganache and peppermint candy. It will be a show stopper at your holiday gathering.
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No Bake Peppermint Bark Cheesecake

A slice of peppermint cheesecake on a plate. This delectable dessert combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the refreshing burst of peppermint flavor. Perfect for any occasion, this — No Bake Peppermint Bark Cheesecake. Photo credit: The Recipe Rebel.

This No Bake Peppermint Bark Cheesecake is the perfect Christmas dessert. It’s rich, creamy, loaded with white chocolate, peppermint bark and topped with whipped cream and crushed candy canes.
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