Save A fun and festive DIY hack to create a striking peppermint candy bowl—perfect as a holiday gift or party centerpiece. This edible bowl is made entirely from peppermint candies and requires no baking!
I enjoyed making this peppermint candy bowl during the holidays and my guests loved the unique edible centerpiece it created.
Ingredients
- Candy: 40–50 round peppermint hard candies (unwrapped)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Prepare Baking Sheet:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Arrange Candies:
- Arrange the peppermint candies in a tight circular pattern (about 7–8 diameter) on the parchment, ensuring edges touch but do not overlap.
- Melt Candies:
- Place the baking sheet in the oven and heat for 6–8 minutes, watching closely. Remove when candies have melted together but before they bubble or brown.
- Mold Bowl:
- Let cool for 30 seconds, then while pliable quickly drape the melted candy disc (parchment side up) over an inverted heatproof bowl to form a bowl shape. Gently mold with oven mitts if needed.
- Cool Bowl:
- Allow the bowl to cool completely and harden (about 10 minutes), then carefully remove the parchment and lift the candy bowl off the mold.
- Fill Bowl:
- Fill with treats or wrap for gifting.
Save This DIY candy bowl always brings smiles when shared with family during the holidays.
Notes
For extra flair use colored peppermint candies or mix in spearmint. Store in a cool dry place avoiding moisture.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, parchment paper or silicone baking mat, heatproof mixing bowl (for shaping), oven mitts
Allergen Information
Contains none of the major allergens (verify candy ingredients some brands may process in facilities with nuts or dairy). Always double-check candy labels for allergens or gluten if needed.
Save Enjoy crafting this festive candy bowl that doubles as a sweet treat centerpiece.
Recipe Questions
- → What type of candies work best?
Use round peppermint hard candies that melt evenly and hold shape when molded. Avoid overlapping during heating.
- → How long should candies bake?
Heat at 300°F for 6–8 minutes until candies melt together but do not bubble or brown.
- → Can I use colored or flavored candies?
Yes, mixing colored peppermint or spearmint candies adds visual appeal and flavor variety.
- → How do I shape the candy bowl safely?
Use oven mitts and quickly drape the pliable candy disc over a heatproof inverted bowl, molding gently.
- → How to store the finished candy bowl?
Keep it in a cool, dry place away from moisture to maintain hardness and prevent sticking.