Description
These creamy and minty homemade butter mints are a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. With a simple mix of butter, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract, these colorful mints are easy to make and a great addition to holiday gatherings, party favors, or as a sweet gift for loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 stick unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tablespoon whipping cream
- 4 cups powdered sugar (divided, plus more for dusting)
- ½ teaspoon pure peppermint extract
- 1–4 drops food coloring (or more for brighter colors)
Instructions
- Cream the Ingredients: In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream together the softened butter, whipping cream, 1 cup of powdered sugar, and peppermint extract until smooth.
- Add Sugar Gradually: Push down any dough that sticks to the sides of the bowl. Add another cup of powdered sugar and mix again. Repeat this process until all the powdered sugar is incorporated, and the dough starts to pull away from the sides of the bowl.
- Divide the Dough: If using multiple colors, divide the dough evenly and wrap each section in plastic wrap to prevent drying. (Weigh the entire ball of dough for even division.)
- Color the Dough: Starting with one section, add 1-4 drops of your chosen food coloring and knead until evenly distributed. Wrap it again and chill in the fridge for 1 hour. Repeat for the other colors.
- Shape the Mints: Working with one color at a time on a cutting board dusted with powdered sugar, roll the dough into a rope shape about ½ inch thick. Cut with a sharp knife or dough scraper.
- Dry the Mints: Leave the cut pieces on the cutting board or transfer them to a baking sheet. Allow them to dry at room temperature for about 12 hours.
- Store the Mints: Store the mints at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened for easier mixing.
- Use gel food coloring for more vibrant colors without adding extra liquid.
- These mints can be customized with different flavors or extracts, such as chocolate or vanilla.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 hours (drying time)
- Category: candy
- Method: Mixing and Rolling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mint
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg