Delicious Homemade Butter Mints Recipe
These melt-in-your-mouth butter mints are perfect for a refreshing after-dinner treat or a festive holiday party. Simple to make and irresistibly delicious!
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoon peppermint extract or more to taste
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 drops food coloring optional, your choice of color
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually mix in the heavy cream, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Slowly add in the powdered sugar, about 1 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- If using, add the food coloring and mix until evenly distributed.
- Roll the mixture into small balls, then place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Gently flatten each ball with a fork.
- Allow mints to dry at room temperature for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the amount of peppermint extract to suit your taste. If you prefer a stronger mint flavor, add a little more extract.