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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.
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
Ingredients
- 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
Instructions
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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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
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
% 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.