No-Bake Peppermint Candy Bowl

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This method shows how to transform peppermint candies into a beautiful edible bowl without baking. By melting the candies at a low temperature and shaping them over a heat-proof bowl, you create a festive container ideal for holiday treats or gifting. Cooling time ensures a sturdy shape ready to hold wrapped sweets or serve as a seasonal centerpiece.

Using simple tools like a baking tray, parchment paper, and oven mitts, this approach offers a quick, easy, and visually striking craft that combines convenience and holiday charm.

Updated on Mon, 24 Nov 2025 11:47:00 GMT
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A festive and eye-catching edible bowl made entirely from peppermint candies—perfect for gifting, holiday displays, or serving sweet treats. No baking required!

I love making this peppermint candy bowl during the holidays because it adds a fun and tasty element to my decor.

Ingredients

  • Candy: 30–35 round peppermint hard candies (unwrapped)

Instructions

Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Step 2:
Arrange the peppermint candies in a tightly packed circle (about 6/15cm diameter) on the prepared tray. Place one candy in the center and surround it with more candies, pressing the edges together so there are no gaps.
Step 3:
Bake for 7–10 minutes. Watch closely: as soon as the candies have melted together and formed a single sheet, remove from the oven.
Step 4:
Let the melted candy cool for about 30–45 seconds (it should still be pliable but not too hot to touch).
Step 5:
Quickly, using oven mitts, invert the parchment with the candy sheet over an upside-down heat-proof bowl (the bowl will shape the candy). Gently press the candy around the bowl so it drapes and takes on the bowl shape.
Step 6:
Allow the candy bowl to cool and harden completely (about 30 minutes). Carefully lift off the mold. Your peppermint bowl is ready to use or gift!
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Making this candy bowl has become a cherished holiday tradition in my family, bringing smiles and sweet moments together.

Notes

For variety, use different colored peppermint candies. Fill the bowl with wrapped candies, cookies, or use as a holiday centerpiece. Not suitable for hot or wet foods.

Required Tools

Baking tray, parchment paper or silicone mat, oven mitts, heat-proof bowl for shaping.

Allergen Information

Contains: None based on standard peppermint candies. May contain traces of milk, soy, or nuts—check candy labels for allergens.

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This peppermint candy bowl is a simple yet impressive treat that’s sure to delight guests and family alike.

No-Bake Peppermint Candy Bowl

Quickly craft a peppermint candy bowl for holiday decor or gifts without any baking involved.

Prep duration
10 minutes
Cooking duration
10 minutes
Overall time
20 minutes
Created by Mara Ellison

Recipe type Simple Sweet Treats

Skill level Easy

Cuisine type American

Portion size 6 Portions

Dietary guidelines Plant-based, No dairy, No gluten

What You'll Need

Candy

01 30 to 35 round peppermint hard candies, unwrapped

Directions

Step 01

Preheat oven and prepare baking tray: Set your oven to 300°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 02

Arrange peppermint candies: Place the peppermint candies closely packed in a circle about 6 inches in diameter on the prepared tray, positioning one candy at the center and surrounding it with the remaining candies, pressing edges together with no gaps.

Step 03

Melt candies: Bake for 7 to 10 minutes, monitoring closely until the candies melt and fuse into a single candy sheet, then remove from oven.

Step 04

Cool slightly for shaping: Let the melted candy cool for 30 to 45 seconds until pliable but not too hot to handle.

Step 05

Shape candy bowl: Wearing oven mitts, invert the parchment paper and candy sheet over an upside-down heat-proof bowl. Gently press to drape the candy around the bowl, forming its shape.

Step 06

Allow to harden: Let the candy bowl cool and harden completely for about 30 minutes, then carefully lift it off the mold.

Necessary equipment

  • Baking tray
  • Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
  • Oven mitts
  • Heat-proof bowl for shaping

Allergen details

Review the ingredients for allergies and reach out to a healthcare provider if uncertain.
  • May contain traces of milk, soy, or nuts; verify candy labels for allergens.

Nutrition per portion

This nutritional data is intended for reference and doesn't replace professional medical advice.
  • Total calories: 70
  • Total fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18 g
  • Proteins: 0 g