PEPPERMINT STICK DESSERT

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With every spoonful of this cool, creamy concoction, my family goes back in time to when our Grandma Dagmar made it each Christmas. The minty, refreshing flavor can't be topped. -Dianne Oertel, Racine, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces peppermint candy, crushed
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
1-1/4 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
1 tablespoon cold water
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped
27 chocolate wafers

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine crushed candy and cream. Cook over low heat until candy is melted, stirring occasionally. , In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over water; let stand for 1 minute. Stir into hot peppermint mixture until dissolved. Refrigerate until mixture begins to set, about 20 minutes. Fold in whipped cream., Crush 3 chocolate wafers; set aside for garnish. Line a 1-1/2-qt. serving bowl with 12 wafers. Top with half of the peppermint mixture. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with chocolate crumbs. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours. If desired, sprinkle with additional crushed peppermint candy just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Opal Batchelor
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This dessert is the perfect way to end a special meal.


lego dogo
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I love the fact that this dessert can be made ahead of time.


Love you Love you
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This dessert is so easy to make, even a beginner can do it.


Ezeonyim Chidinma
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This dessert is a must-try for any peppermint lover.


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I can't wait to make this dessert again next year.


Md Dalim
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This dessert is a great way to use up leftover candy canes.


Sweetie Mehar
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I love how this dessert looks. It's so festive and perfect for the holidays.


Beauty akter
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This dessert is so light and fluffy. It's the perfect way to end a heavy meal.


Aadarsh lawad
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I love the combination of chocolate and peppermint in this dessert. It's the perfect balance of sweet and minty.


Mehak Kami
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This dessert is a real crowd-pleaser. I've made it for several parties and it's always a hit.


Olwethu Gumede
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I was surprised at how easy this dessert was to make. It looks so impressive, but it's really quite simple.


Robel Semayneh
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This dessert is so delicious and festive. It's the perfect way to end a holiday meal.


Newton Oduor
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I love how easy this dessert is to make. I can always count on it to turn out well.


Zain Mumtaz
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This was the perfect dessert for my Christmas dinner. It was light and refreshing, and the peppermint flavor was just right.


Renan Bruce
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I've made this dessert several times now and it always turns out great. It's so festive and delicious.


Jordan Boyer
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This dessert was a huge hit at my holiday party! It was so easy to make and everyone loved it.