Love 'em or hate 'em, the red and white striped confections dominate stores and homes during the holiday season. We thought, why not put them to good use? These useful and creative ways to use up candy canes should help you chip away at the growing stack you have on your kitchen counter.
Creative Ways to Use Up Candy Canes
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Candy Cane Tree
What an impressive addition to any entryway! Try using non-traditional colored candy canes for a modern impact.
via Amen Photography
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Candy Cane Sugar Scrub
Who doesn't need a good sloughing during the winter? Instead of traditional sugar, why not use candy canes? We think these would make great teacher gifts, too!
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Hanging Canes
Tie on ribbons and hang them using clear twine. Suspend them from a chandelier or curtain rod in varying lengths for dramatic effect.
via Tara Dennis
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Peppermint Mallow Pops
What a tasty addition to your piping hot cup of cocoa!
via Live Life Too
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Candy Tapers
Update your holiday decor with these amazingly easy taper holders.
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Bendable Toppers
Did you know that you can warm candy canes up in the oven and make them pliable? These were spiraled for cupcake toppers. Genius!
via bloom designs
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Sugar Substitute
Crush candy canes into a fine powder and you have the perfect sweetener for your morning coffee or tea.
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Cake Border
We love this festive idea to spruce up the border of any cake this holiday season.
via My Recipes
