Description
These Soft Christmas Peppermints, also known as Old-Fashioned Butter Mints, are a delightful holiday treat that combines the rich flavors of butter and peppermint. They are easy to make and perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Red and green gel food coloring (optional)
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and salt until smooth and creamy.
- Add Ingredients: Add the powdered sugar and heavy cream, alternating one cup at a time, until a thick dough forms.
- Flavor and Color: Stir in the peppermint extract and divide the dough, coloring each portion with food coloring if desired.
- Shape and Cut: Roll each portion into ropes, then cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Dry and Store: Place the mints on a baking sheet to air dry for at least 12 hours until firm. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- These mints are a festive and nostalgic holiday treat.
- You can skip the food coloring for a more traditional white mint or use seasonal colors for Christmas.
- They make great gifts when packaged in decorative tins or jars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-5 mints
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
