Description
Butter mints are a classic sweet treat with a smooth, creamy texture and refreshing peppermint flavor. Perfect for parties or as a homemade gift.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 stick unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon whipping cream
- 4 cups powdered sugar, divided (plus more for dusting)
- ½ teaspoon pure peppermint extract
- 1-4 drops food coloring (optional, for brighter color)
Instructions
- Combine butter and whipping cream in a mixing bowl.
- Gradually add 3 cups powdered sugar while mixing.
- Add peppermint extract and food coloring if using.
- Mix in remaining powdered sugar until dough forms.
- Dust surface with powdered sugar and roll dough to ½-inch thickness.
- Cut into small squares or shapes.
- Let mints dry at room temperature for 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- Store in airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
- For firmer mints, refrigerate before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mint
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: butter mints, homemade candy, peppermint treats