10 each small peppermint candies, or candy canes, crushed, for garnish (if desired)
3 tablespoons peppermint schnapps (or to taste - up to 4 tbsp may be added)
2 tablespoons white chocolate liqueur (or white creme de cacao)
3/4 cup vanilla vodka
2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk
2/3 cup water
Recommended pan: glass or non-reactive metal standard 1 lb loaf pan (approximately 8” x 4”)
Pour water into a small saucepan. Sprinkle with the gelatin and allow to soak for a minute or two. Heat over very low heat, stirring constantly, until gelatin is dissolved (about 5 minutes). Stir in sweetened condensed milk. Remove from heat.
Add the vodka, liqueur and schnapps, stirring well to incorporate. Pour into pan and refrigerate until fully set, several hours or overnight.
To serve, cut into 1 inch squares.
Immediately before serving, garnish with crushed peppermint candies, if desired.