Description
Butter Mints are soft, melt-in-your-mouth candies flavored with refreshing peppermint extract. This simple no-bake recipe combines butter, powdered sugar, and sweetened condensed milk to create delightful, colorful treats perfect for parties, holidays, or as a sweet little gift to impress your guests.
Ingredients
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Butter Mints Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating the base for your mints.
- Add Milk and Peppermint: Stir in the sweetened condensed milk and peppermint extract. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are fully integrated into a smooth dough.
- Color the Dough (Optional): If you wish to add a festive touch, incorporate food coloring into the dough and mix until the color is uniform throughout.
- Shape Mints: Roll portions of the dough into small balls, approximately the size of a marble, and place them evenly spaced on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Flatten Mints: Gently flatten each ball slightly using a fork or your fingers to shape the mints and create a textured surface for an appealing look.
- Dry the Mints: Allow the shaped mints to dry at room temperature for 1 to 2 hours until they firm up and are ready to serve.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
- If mints feel too sticky, sprinkle a little powdered sugar on your hands when shaping.
- Store mints in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- Use gel food coloring for vibrant colors without altering the dough consistency.
- For a stronger peppermint flavor, adjust the peppermint extract to taste, but do so sparingly as it can be potent.
