Moravian Mints

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min

Moravian Mints are delightful homemade candies with a refreshing peppermint flavor, perfect for gifting or enjoying as a sweet treat. Their crisp texture and aromatic taste make them appealing to those who love classic peppermint confections or want a charming homemade gift. Suitable for all ages.

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Ingredients

  • 2 c. granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp. confectioners sugar
  • 3/4 c. water
  • 1/4 tsp. cream of tartar
  • 12 drops peppermint extract or 3 drops oil of peppermint

Instructions

  1. Simmer granulated sugar and water together until syrup threads from the spoon.
  2. Remove from stove; add confectioners sugar, cream of tartar, and peppermint extract.
  3. Beat until creamy and drop from spoon onto wax paper.
  4. For additional flavors, use wintergreen extract with pink coloring, peppermint extract with green coloring, or lemon extract with yellow coloring.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

185 kcal 9% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 0.5g 1% DV
Total Fat 0.1g
Carbs 46.2g 17% DV
Fiber 1.2g 4% DV
Sugar 24.5g 49% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 16.3mg 1% DV
Potassium 4187.3mg 89% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 9.1mg 10% DV
Calcium 10.8mg 1% DV
Iron 1.1mg 6% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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