Description
Festive peppermint crunch white chocolate covered graham crackers bring holiday magic to classic treats. Sweet layers of crisp graham crackers draped in silky white chocolate create a delightful seasonal indulgence you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 graham cracker sheets, broken into squares
- 10 ounces (283 grams) white chocolate melting wafers
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
Flavor Enhancer:
- 1–2 drops peppermint extract (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Create a smooth white chocolate coating by melting wafers in a microwave-safe bowl, using 30-second intervals and stirring between each. Enhance flavor by incorporating a subtle hint of peppermint extract.
- Carefully immerse each graham cracker into the molten white chocolate, ensuring complete coverage on both sides. Allow excess chocolate to drip back into the bowl for an even coating.
- Gently transfer chocolate-dipped crackers onto the prepared baking surface, maintaining a careful and uniform placement.
- While the chocolate remains glossy and wet, generously scatter crushed peppermint candies across the surface of each cracker, creating a festive and crunchy topping.
- Allow the chocolate to solidify naturally at room temperature, which typically takes 20-30 minutes. For quicker setting, place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for approximately 15 minutes.
- Once the chocolate has completely hardened and peppermint pieces are securely embedded, transfer the treats to a serving platter or package them as delightful homemade gifts.
Notes
- Choose high-quality white chocolate wafers for smoother melting and better texture, avoiding chocolate chips which can be harder to work with.
- Control chocolate thickness by gently tapping excess chocolate off the fork, ensuring an even and light coating on graham crackers.
- Keep peppermint candy crushed in different sizes for varied visual interest and textural crunch, from fine powder to small chunks.
- Store finished treats in an airtight container between parchment paper layers to prevent sticking and maintain crisp texture, keeping them fresh for up to 5 days at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Melting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg