Butter Mints
Delightful and customizable butter mints perfect for any occasion, featuring a refreshing peppermint flavor.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure butter is at room temperature.
- 4 cups powdered sugar Sifted if necessary.
- ΒΌ cup sweetened condensed milk Can substitute with heavy cream and powdered sugar mix.
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract For flavoring; adjust to taste.
- to taste Food coloring (optional) Add for color.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients: unsalted butter, powdered sugar, sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and food coloring if desired.
- Cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar in a large mixing bowl until smooth (about 2-3 minutes on medium speed).
- Incorporate the sweetened condensed milk and peppermint extract into the mixture and blend until fully combined.
- If using food coloring, add it now and mix until evenly distributed.
- Roll small portions of the mixture into bite-sized balls.
- Flatten each ball slightly with a fork or fingertips, creating a design on top.
- Allow the mints to dry at room temperature for 1-2 hours.
- Store in an airtight container, dividing into smaller containers if gifting.
Notes
For variations, consider adding a pinch of sea salt, coating in chocolate, or using alternative flavors like almond or orange.