Soft Christmas Peppermints (Old-Fashioned Butter Mints)
Soft Christmas Peppermints (Old-Fashioned Butter Mints) are an irresistible holiday treat that brings a delightful blend of creamy texture and refreshing mint flavor. These melt-in-your-mouth candies are perfect for sharing during festive gatherings, gifting to loved ones, or simply enjoying with family and friends. With a straightforward preparation process, you can whip up these nostalgic mints in no time, adding a touch of sweetness and charm to your holiday celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes (chilling)
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 mints 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- A pinch of salt
- Red food coloring (optional)
- Granulated sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, blend the softened butter and sweetened condensed milk using an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually incorporate the powdered sugar, peppermint extract, and salt until well combined.
- If desired, add red food coloring to achieve a festive hue and mix thoroughly.
- Shape the mixture into small balls using your hands or a cookie scoop, then roll each ball in granulated sugar before placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for about one hour or until firm before enjoying or gifting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mints (20g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg