Description
Delightful soft butter mints with refreshing peppermint flavor, perfect for holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until well combined.
- Stir in the sweetened condensed milk and peppermint extract until fully incorporated.
- If using, divide the mixture into bowls and add food coloring as desired.
- Roll the dough into small balls or flatten and cut into shapes.
- Allow the mints to dry on a parchment-lined baking sheet for several hours or overnight.
- Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
Notes
Ensure butter is at room temperature for best results. Consider using high-quality peppermint extract for stronger flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mints
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg