Crushed Peppermint Candy: Sugar

Crushed peppermint candy is a confectionary product made primarily from sugar, often with corn syrup, and flavored with peppermint oil. It is processed into small, irregular pieces, providing a crunchy texture and minty taste.

Manufacturers add crushed peppermint candy to foods to provide a sweet, refreshing peppermint flavor, a crunchy texture, and visual appeal. It is commonly found in chocolate products, other candies, popcorn, and various snack mixes.

Sugar, the main component of peppermint candy, is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no specific amount of added sugars, suggesting at most 10 grams per meal. The World Health Organization (WHO) advises limiting free sugars to less than 10% of total energy intake. Excessive intake of added sugars can contribute to health concerns. Peppermint oil is also considered GRAS by the FDA.