Ingredients
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- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Beat the softened butter until it reaches a creamy consistency.
- Gradually incorporate the powdered sugar while mixing thoroughly.
- Add the heavy cream and peppermint extract, mixing well to combine.
- Continue to add more powdered sugar until the mixture forms a soft dough.
- If desired, divide the dough and mix in food coloring.
- Roll the dough into ropes and slice into small pieces.
- Arrange the mints on a lined tray and allow them to dry for several hours.
- Once set, store the mints in an airtight container.
Last Step:
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Let the mints dry completely for the best texture.
Store in a cool place to maintain firmness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 260 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mint
- Calories: 42
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 6mg