Surprise your loved ones with this delightful Peppermint Pink Valentine Mold dessert. It is a perfect treat to celebrate the season of love. Made with refreshing peppermint and a beautiful pink color, this dessert is sure to impress everyone. The mold is easy to prepare and requires only a few simple ingredients. It can be enjoyed as a light and refreshing dessert after a romantic dinner or as a sweet surprise for your special someone.
Ingredients
- 1 envelope unflavored gelatin
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup peppermint schnapps
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 5 drops red food coloring
Directions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water. Let it stand for 5 minutes to soften.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar and salt. Add the boiling water and stir until sugar is dissolved.
- Add the gelatin mixture and stir until gelatin is completely dissolved.
- Stir in the peppermint schnapps, peppermint extract, and red food coloring. Mix well.
- Pour the mixture into a heart-shaped mold.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until the mold is firm.
- To serve, unmold the dessert onto a serving plate.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Interesting Facts
Peppermint has a refreshing flavor and is often associated with holidays and celebrations.
The pink color of the mold adds a lovely touch to the dessert, making it perfect for Valentine's Day.
You can customize the mold shape according to the occasion, such as using a round mold for birthdays or a star-shaped mold for Christmas.