Soft Christmas Peppermints (Old-Fashioned Butter Mints)
If you’re in search of a festive and delightful treat for the holiday season, look no further than Soft Christmas Peppermints (Old-Fashioned Butter Mints). These creamy, buttery confections are infused with refreshing peppermint flavor, making them a melt-in-your-mouth delight. Perfect for gatherings, gifting, or simply enjoying at home, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to become a cherished holiday tradition.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 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
- Cream the softened butter and sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
- Gradually mix in powdered sugar, peppermint extract, and salt until fully combined.
- If desired, add red food coloring gradually until reaching your preferred shade.
- Roll the mixture into small balls (about one inch) and place them on parchment paper.
- Roll each mint in granulated sugar to create a crunchy exterior.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about an hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mint
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg