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Butter Mints

Butter Mints are so creamy and melt in your mouth. They are a staple at baby showers, wedding receptions and more.
Prep Time1 hour 30 minutes
Let the mints sit at room temperature1 day
Total Time1 day 1 hour 30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Butter Mints
Servings: 12
Calories: 229kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1 Tablespoons Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Peppermint Extract
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar
  • Food Coloring optional

Instructions

  • Beat together the butter, heavy whipping cream, salt, pepper extract and 1 cup of powdered sugar together with a hand held mixer or stand up mixer until smooth and creamy.
  • Slowly add in the remaining powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, scraping down the sides of bowl after each addition.  Beat for 2-3 minutes.
  • Divided the mixture evenly into 4 bowls.  Dye one green, one yellow, one pink and one blue with food coloring.  Add 3-4 drops and mix in until the mixture is the color you prefer.
  • Cover the bowls and refrigerate for at least 1 hour for the dough to become firm.
  • Once chilled, remove one bowl and divide the mixture into 6 sections.  Sprinkle a work surface with powdered sugar.  Roll each into a rope that is approximately 1/2 inch thick.  Then cut each rope into 1/2 inch long pieces.
  • Place the mints on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Continue this process with the remaining bowls.
  • Let the mints sit at room temperature for 24-48 hours until they are completely dried out.
  • Then the mints are ready to serve and enjoy!

Notes

Store the leftover mints in an airtight container or bag at room temperature for 2-3 weeks.

Nutrition

Calories: 229kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 51mg | Potassium: 5mg | Sugar: 39g | Vitamin A: 255IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.03mg
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