Peppermint Essence Oil Based Flavouring 20ml

Add a bold, refreshing peppermint flavour to your bakes with this oil-based Peppermint Essence. Highly concentrated and heat-stable, it pairs perfectly with chocolate cakes, ganache, biscuits, and icings — a classic combination for mint chocolate lovers.

Key Details

• Size: 20ml
• Base: Oil-based
• Concentration: Highly concentrated — use sparingly
• Usage rate: Approximately ¼–½ teaspoon per standard batch
• Suitable for: Cakes, biscuits, icings, chocolate, and confectionery

Best For

• Mint chocolate cakes and cupcakes
• Peppermint chocolate biscuits and bark
• Buttercream and fondant
• Dark chocolate truffles and ganache

Frequently Asked Questions

How much Peppermint Essence should I use in a recipe?

Oil-based essences are highly concentrated. Start with ¼ to ½ teaspoon per standard batch (approximately 12 cupcakes or a 20cm round cake) and adjust to taste. A small amount delivers a strong, clean peppermint flavour — too much can result in a bitter aftertaste.

What is the difference between a baking essence and a baking extract?

Baking extracts are usually water or alcohol-based, which can affect moisture-sensitive preparations like chocolate or stiff icings. Oil-based essences like this one are formulated to blend into fats — butter, cream, and chocolate — without causing separation or texture changes, making them ideal for buttercream, ganache, and any fat-based recipe.

Browse the full range of baking essences at Baking Pleasures, or explore our complete flavourings and essences collection for more options.