Creating The Magic of Soft Christmas Peppermints can be a joyful experience if you follow these simple steps:

1. Prepare Your Workspace: Clean and dry your countertop or a large cutting board. Have all ingredients ready.
2. Mix Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the corn syrup, water, and cream of tartar. Stir to combine.
3. Heat Mixture: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a simmer. Stir occasionally until the mixture reaches a boil.
4. Add Extract and Color: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the peppermint extract and food coloring until fully incorporated.
5. Add Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar to the mixture, stirring until the dough begins to form.
6. Knead the Dough: Once cool enough to handle, knead the dough on a lightly sugared surface until smooth and pliable.
7. Shape the Candies: Take small pieces of dough and roll them into small balls. Then, shape each ball into a log about 1 inch long and 1/4 inch wide.
8. Roll in Granulated Sugar: Roll each log in granulated sugar to coat evenly, giving them a lovely finish.
9. Cool the Candies: Place the shaped candies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Allow them to cool for about 30 minutes, or until set.
10. Store the Peppermints: Once cooled, store the soft Christmas peppermints in an airtight container at room temperature.

With these steps, you will create a batch of delicious soft Christmas peppermints that will surely impress anyone who tries them!