Sorbitol breath mints

I constantly see these tiny pressed candies made from sorbitol.

Well… pressing candies is simple but we can also melt them – which makes it even simpler and negates the use of a press. Since it’s sorbitol you don’t even need a pot – a microwave will do and it takes literally minutes to make these breath mints. A stainless pot allows for better control due to the handle – so I still make mine in the 0.5 liter stainless pot.

The interesting thing about sorbitol is once you melt it – it takes three days to harden.  I’m not kidding – three days! However, with mint they cure super-fast – if you know why do tell me!

Here is the video on spicecandies YouTube channel:

Sorbitol Breath mints recipe

Utensils

0.5liter stainless (preffered) pot OR Pyrex or oven safe small container

Sharp knife for chopping the mint and a  wooden board

Parchment paper

Ingredients:

35 grams or a couple of spoons of sorbitol powder

7grams (or half a cup) mint leaves

Make sure the mint leaves have been cleaned and dried thoroughly! Be sure to chop the mint leaves only after your sorbitol has molten.  Taking the stalks and branches is a must. Chop finely but don’t over chop as the leaves tend to darken once chopped and the clock is ticking!

Cooking time: 20minutes

Complexity Level: Simplest!

Protocol:

Put the sorbitol in the pot (or the microwave dish) and heat until it dissolves. Chop the clean mint leaves and  quickly add these to the sorbitol. Pour the candy on a sheet of parchment paper (or oiled slab of marble).  Allow the candy to cool to room temperature and slowly harden. Cut with a sharp blade once cool. That’s it! Enjoy!

Note these candies do not absorb moisture from the air, like regular sugar does – so it’s easy to store these in any container you like and carry them with you. Also note sorbitol (try the powder) has a flavor of it’s own. It takes some time to adjust to it.

Note For Beginners: Before you start please watch my 101 series including the hazard video. Hot candy burns badly. So please be careful, work slowly and if a spill occurs quickly run cold tap water on it. Work slowly, be careful and enjoy the process and the result.

Yours sweetly,

Saar

Yours sweetly,

Saar