Butter Mints
Silky melt-away mint candies made with buttery dough and bright peppermint flavor, ready in minutes plus drying time.
Ingredients
unsalted butter
peppermint extract
vanilla extract
powdered sugar
heavy cream or half-and-half
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream butter until smooth.
- Add peppermint and vanilla extracts; mix until incorporated.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition; dough will be crumbly.
- Add heavy cream one tablespoon at a time until dough holds together.
- Turn dough onto a sheet of parchment paper. Cover and refrigerate for 10 minutes until firm.
- Pinch off small pieces of dough and roll into 1/4-inch balls or shape as desired.
- Place mints on a parchment-lined tray and allow to dry at room temperature for 6-8 hours or overnight until firm.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
For smooth dough, be sure to fully cream the butter. If the mixture is too dry, add a bit more cream; if too sticky, add extra sugar.
Allow mints to dry thoroughly to avoid tackiness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1mintCalories: 23kcalCarbohydrates: 3g
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