10 Creative Ways to Use Candy Canes

Can you believe it’s December already?  It’s time to set up the Christmas tree.  It’s time to do some holiday baking.  And it’s time to do some holiday crafts!  And what better place to get some inspiration than from the good old candy cane?  There are so many talented and creative people out there.  Just check out the list below for 10 creative ways to use candy canes.

Make a candy cane wreath.  This is surprisingly beautiful!  It would be such a festive way to decorate an interior door:

Source At the Picket Fence

Make Hot Chocolate Stir Sticks.  This looks so delicious!  I absolutely love mint and hot chocolate together and with the marshmallow on the end, it’s adorable:

Source Bridgey Widgey

How cute would it be to make candy cane place card holders?  I’ve also seen these as labels for food on a buffet table.  It’s an easy way to make your holiday table a little more festive:

Source Sew Many Ways

Candy Cane Sleds.  These are so cute, especially with the little chocolate presents on top! If there are any kids at your table, these would make great favours for them:

Source Betty Crocker

Chocolate Covered Candy Canes.  Again, the chocolate and mint combo is one of my favourites!  You can use these to stir your hot cocoa or you can just eat them as a snack:

Source Darling Magazine

Candy Cane Vase.  This is such a cute way to embellish your centerpiece.  You can easily add some red and white to your table with this clever alternative to a vase:

Source Better Homes and Gardens

Candy Cane Tree.  This is insane, but it has such a terrific effect!  You thought the candy cane wreath above was a lot of work, imagine making this guy!  Follow the link below to check out the tutorial:

Source Amen Photography

Chocolate Chunk Candy Cane Cheesecake.  Or really any cake would look so festive with candy canes lined up around the edges:

Source My Recipes

Candy Cane Reindeer.  Remember making these when you were a kid?  I’m going to have to make these with Leah and Kate some day:

Source A Pumpkin and a Princess

Candy Cane Marshmallow Pops.  These are just so pretty. And kids would absolutely love them.  Try these if you ever need something pretty to add a little colour to your dessert table:

Source Liv Life

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