Description
Delightful mint candies that melt in your mouth, perfect for any gathering or as a nostalgic treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat until completely liquefied.
- Remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar until smooth and lump-free.
- Stir in heavy cream and peppermint extract, adjusting flavor as desired.
- Add cornstarch in small increments and mix until dough is pliable but not sticky.
- If desired, add food coloring and mix until achieving the desired shade.
- Shape the mixture into small disks or balls.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and allow to cool until firm, about 1 hour.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with almond milk. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No baking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mint
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Butter Mints, Candy, Nostalgic Treat, Dessert, Mint Flavored
