Description
These Soft Christmas Peppermints are creamy, melt-in-your-mouth butter mints with a subtle peppermint flavor. Perfect for holiday parties, gift-giving, or as a festive treat to enjoy at home, these old-fashioned butter mints are easy to make and can be customized with vibrant holiday colors. With simple ingredients like butter, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract, these mints are sure to be a hit this holiday season. Prepare them in just 20 minutes and let them set for an hour for a delightful homemade treat!
Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
2 tablespoons heavy cream (plus more if needed)
1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
Food coloring (red, green, or any color you prefer)
Granulated sugar (for rolling, optional)
Instructions
- Beat the Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth and creamy.
- Add the Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar to the butter and mix on low speed until well combined.
- Mix in Cream and Extract: Add the heavy cream and peppermint extract, mixing until the dough becomes smooth and pliable. If the dough is too dry, add more cream as needed.
- Color the Dough: Divide the dough into portions and knead food coloring into each portion until the color is evenly distributed.
- Shape the Mints: Roll the dough into small balls or shape it into logs, then cut them into bite-sized pieces.
- Roll in Sugar (Optional): For a little extra sweetness, roll the mints in granulated sugar.
- Dry the Mints: Arrange the mints on a baking sheet and let them air-dry for 1-2 hours to set.
Notes
Customizing Flavors: You can adjust the peppermint extract to your taste if you prefer a stronger or milder mint flavor.
Coloring Ideas: Use red, green, or any color combination that fits your holiday theme. You can also add a little shimmer by sprinkling edible glitter on top after they dry.
Storage Tips: These mints can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks, or refrigerated for up to 3-4 weeks. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Drying Time: 1-2 hours
- Category: Christmas Candy Holiday Treats Homemade Sweets
- Method: No-Bake (Air-Dried)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 50 mints
- Calories: 30 kcal