Description
Delightful soft and creamy mints perfect for the holiday season, customizable in color and flavor.
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp heavy whipping cream
- ¼ tsp peppermint extract (adjust to taste)
- Red gel food coloring
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until fluffy.
- Slowly mix in the cream, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract. Beat until the dough becomes firm and smooth.
- Divide the dough into two parts. Leave ¾ of the dough white and color the remaining ¼ with red gel food coloring.
- Roll out small portions of each dough color into ropes and twist them together. Pinch off small sections to form mints.
- Let the mints air dry for 1-2 hours, then cut them into bite-sized pieces. Allow them to dry for 24 hours before serving.
Notes
Store mints in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. They may lose softness over time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American