Butter Mints

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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Additional Time

    12 hrs

  • Total Time

    12 hrs 20 mins

  • Servings

    150 butter mints

  • Calories

    17 kcal

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    American

Butter Mints

Whip up a batch of pretty pastel Butter Mints! Often found in grandma’s candy dish or gracing the tables at weddings, these simple treats are a symphony of buttery goodness and cool, refreshing mint flavor.

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Ingredients

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  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened (113g)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3½ to 4 cups powdered sugar (420-480g)
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ to ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
  • Food Coloring optional
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Instructions

  1. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter and salt on medium speed until creamy. Add 3½ cups of powdered sugar, cream, vanilla, and peppermint extract (more will yield a stronger mint flavor). Mix on low speed until the sugar is incorporated, about 1 minute.
  2. Stop and scrape down the bowl. If the mixture feels sticky, mix in the remaining ½ cup powdered sugar. Increase the speed to medium-low and mix until smooth, about 15 to 30 seconds.
  3. To color the candy, dust a smooth work surface with powdered sugar. Divide the candy into equal portions (I did thirds for three colors). Keep one portion out and wrap the others in plastic wrap. Add a drop or two of food coloring to the candy and knead until evenly dyed. Wrap the dyed candy and continue with the other portions.
  4. Roll each portion into a ½-inch-thick rope. Using a knife or bench scraper, cut the rope into bite-sized pieces. You can also roll the dough into ¼” balls and press them into flat disks. Place the candies in a single layer on a large baking sheet and air dry for 12 to 24 hours. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 month.

Notes

  • Color at will. I used pink, green, and yellow gel food colorings for my candies, but have fun with the colors and dye them however you wish!
  • Use a good brand of peppermint extract or oil. Cheaper extracts can have an unpleasant or bitter flavor. My preferred brands are Nelisen-Massey or Simply Organics.
  • Don’t rush the drying process. Allow the mints to dry overnight to give them time to firm up and reach the perfect melt-in-your-mouth consistency we’re aiming for. You can leave them to dry for long, about 72 hours, for crisp, melt-in-your-mouth mints.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 17kcal (1%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 0.01g (0%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 0.4g (2%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.02g Monounsaturated Fat 0.2g Trans Fat 0.02g Cholesterol 2mg (1%) Sodium 0.4mg (0%) Potassium 0.4mg (0%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 20IU (0%) Vitamin C 0.001mg (0%) Calcium 0.3mg (0%) Iron 0.002mg (0%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 150butter mints

Amount Per Serving

Calories 17 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 17kcal 1%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 0.01g 0%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 0.4g 2%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.02g 0%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.2g 1%
Trans Fat 0.02g 1%
Cholesterol 2mg 1%
Sodium 0.4mg 0%
Potassium 0.4mg 0%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 20IU 0%
Vitamin C 0.001mg 0%
Calcium 0.3mg 0%
Iron 0.002mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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