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Old-Fashioned Butter Mints

Old-Fashioned Butter Mints

Delight in these classic Old-Fashioned Butter Mints, a sweet treat featuring buttery goodness and minty flavor.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Total Time 12 hours
Servings: 120 mints
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 0.5 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • assorted food coloring optional

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Beat butter in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  2. Add peppermint extract, heavy cream, and salt. Mix until smooth.
  3. Gradually mix in powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until a dough forms.
  4. If using, divide dough and knead in different food coloring for pastel colors.
  5. Roll dough into thin ropes and cut into small pillow-shaped pieces.
  6. Spread pieces on parchment paper and let air dry for at least 12 hours or overnight.
  7. Store in an airtight container once fully dried.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mintCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 21gFat: 4g

Notes

Customize your butter mints with different flavors or colors for variety. Store them at room temperature in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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