Ingredients:

  • 3 cups (375g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) light corn syrup
  • 2 tsp (10ml) pure peppermint extract
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) water
  • 1 tbsp (14g) virgin coconut oil, softened
  • 12 oz (340g) dark chocolate chips (60% cacao)
  • 1 tbsp (14g) refined coconut oil
  • 2 tbsp (20g) crushed candy canes
  • 1 pinch flaky sea salt

Instructions:

  1. Sift 375g of powdered sugar into a large bowl. Note: This prevents graininess in the final bite.
  2. Combine the corn syrup, peppermint extract, water, and softened virgin coconut oil in a small jug.
  3. Pour the liquid into the sugar and stir until a stiff, clay like dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough by hand for 1 minute until it feels smooth and no longer sticks to your fingers.
  5. Roll the dough into small balls (about 15g each) and flatten into discs.
  6. Freeze the discs on a parchment lined tray for 30 minutes until they are rock hard.
  7. Melt 340g dark chocolate chips and 14g refined coconut oil in the microwave until completely fluid and glossy.
  8. Dip each frozen disc into the chocolate using a fork, tapping off the excess.
  9. Sprinkle with crushed candy canes and a pinch of flaky salt while the chocolate is still wet.
  10. Set the tray in the fridge for 15 minutes until the shell is firm and shatters when pressed.