Christmas

12 Peppermint Treats

All the sweet ways to use those candy canes.
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    Peppermint Ice Cream Candyland Cake

    Making this stunning ice cream cake is a breeze, thanks to store-bought peppermint ice cream. To decorate the exterior, crush up all your leftover candy canes, the more colorful the better.

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    Chocolate Peppermint Stars

    Who said sugar cookies can't be chocolate? This basic cookie dough gets it's flavor and hue from a hit of dark chocolate; add a pop of festive color with crumbled peppermint on top.

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