Lemon Peppermint Stick Recipe

Lemon peppermint stick also known as Baltimore lemon stick or Flower Mart lemon peppermint stick. No matter what you call it, this soft peppermint stick and fresh lemon is the perfect balance of sweet, sour and sticky. Lemon peppermint stick is a Baltimore tradition that a must for summer fairs, fundraisers, backyard and block parties.

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Ingredients:

• Soft Peppermint stick King Leo Tin, King Leo Box, Bob’s Sweet Stripes (bag)
• Lemon – whole

Where to find soft peppermint sticks:

I bought the King Leo soft peppermint sticks from Amazon because I couldn’t find any in my area. I bought this particular piece because it can in a tin and I felt they had less of a chance of breaking in transit. I had read some reviews that others would break when shipped. They are also individually wrapped so there is less chance of humidity taking over and making them a sticky mess.

Bob’s Sweet Strips are another option. They both work and everyone has their favorites.

Instructions:

1. Slice a lemon in half around the circumference. Some people cut the top third off but I find that the short sticks do better in half a lemon. Also, if this is a fundraiser you have a better profit margin if you can sell two vs. the one.
2. Use a little knife to make a small X in the center of the lemon and press the soft porous peppermint stick into the center.

Frequently asked questions, answers and tips:

Lemon Peppermint Stick

Sarah Mock

Lemon peppermint stick also known as Baltimore lemon stick or FlowerMart lemon peppermint stick. Lemon peppermint stick is a Baltimore tradition that a must for summer fairs, fundraisers, backyard and block parties.

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Prep Time 2 mins

Cook Time 1 min

Total Time 3 mins

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Course Snacks

Cuisine American

Servings 1

Calories 72 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 Lemon cut in half
• 2 Soft peppermint stick

Instructions

 

• Slice a lemon in half around the circumference. Some people cut the top third off but I find that the short sticks do better in half a lemon. Also, if this is a fundraiser you have a better profit margin if you can sell 1 vs. the one.
  
• Use a little knife to make a small X in the center of the lemon and press the soft peppermint stick into the center.
  

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Notes

My tip if you are preparing them for a crowd: slice the lemons and let everyone place their own peppermint stick into the lemon.

Why is the juice not going up the peppermint stick?

Occasionally you might have to bit the tip off of the peppermint stick.The juice from the lemon will start to flow and you are able to suck it up the peppermint stick.

Where to find soft peppermint sticks:

• King Leo Tin
• King Leo Box
• Bob’s Sweet Stripes (bag)

Nutrition

Serving: 2gCalories: 72kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 149mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 24IUVitamin C: 57mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 1mg

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Sarah Mock is a classically trained Chef and graduate of Johnson & Wales University. A culinary blogger for 12 years Sarah helps the home cook prepare her recipes with professional results.