🍬 Homemade Butter Mints
Creamy, melt-in-your-mouth mints with a rich buttery finish—perfect for parties, favors, or a sweet little treat!
🧾 Ingredients:
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1 tbsp whipping cream (or heavy cream)
4 cups powdered sugar, divided (+ extra for dusting)
½ tsp pure peppermint extract
Food coloring (optional—pastel shades work great!)
👩🍳 Directions:
1. Cream Butter & Sugar
In a large bowl, beat softened butter until smooth.
Gradually add 2 cups powdered sugar, then whipping cream, mixing until combined.
2. Flavor & Color
Stir in peppermint extract.
Add food coloring (if using) a drop at a time until desired shade.
3. Knead the Dough
Slowly work in the remaining 2 cups powdered sugar until a soft, pliable dough forms.
If sticky, dust hands and surface with extra powdered sugar.
4. Shape the Mints
Roll dough into ½-inch thick ropes, then cut into ½-inch pieces.
OR press into silicone molds for fun shapes!
5. Set & Serve
Let mints dry at room temp for 1–2 hours until slightly firm.
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
💡 Pro Tips:
For extra shine, brush with edible luster dust.
Swap peppermint for orange extract or vanilla for variety.
Quick set? Chill in the fridge for 30 mins!
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