Whisk 3tbsp pasteurised egg whites until frothy, sift in 375g (13oz) of icing sugar into the egg white and a few drops of peppermint essence; knead until smooth and roll out between parchment paper to 5mm thick. Cut out snowflake shapes with a cutter, finish with some edible glitter.

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