Soft Christmas Peppermints (Old-Fashioned Butter Mints)
Indulge in the delightful nostalgia of Soft Christmas Peppermints (Old-Fashioned Butter Mints) that melt in your mouth with every bite! This easy homemade recipe captures the essence of holiday cheer, making it a perfect addition to festive gatherings or as thoughtful gifts for friends and family. With just a handful of simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create these creamy, minty treats that are sure to impress everyone. Customize them with vibrant colors and flavors, or keep them classic white—either way, they are irresistible! Enjoy these sweet peppermint delights during cozy movie nights or while celebrating the season with loved ones.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 30 mints 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No baking required
- 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 together softened butter and sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
- Gradually mix in powdered sugar, peppermint extract, and salt until combined into a soft dough.
- If desired, divide the dough and add red food coloring to one portion; knead until evenly colored.
- Roll small amounts of dough into balls (about 1 inch) and flatten slightly if preferred.
- Coat each mint in granulated sugar before placing on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill mints in the fridge for about an hour to firm up before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 8mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg