Soft Christmas Peppermints (Old-Fashioned Butter Mints)
Indulge in the nostalgic delight of homemade Soft Christmas Peppermints (Old-Fashioned Butter Mints), a perfect treat for the festive season. These creamy, melt-in-your-mouth mints are not only easy to make but also customizable, ensuring they fit seamlessly into your holiday celebrations. Whether you’re gifting them or enjoying them with family and friends, these delightful candies are sure to spread joy and cheer. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a batch that brings warmth and sweetness to any gathering. Plus, they store beautifully, making them great for advance preparation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 30 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: N/A
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Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- A pinch of salt
- Red food coloring (optional)
- Granulated sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, blend softened unsalted butter and sweetened condensed milk until creamy using an electric mixer.
- Gradually add powdered sugar one cup at a time, mixing slowly to prevent sugar from flying everywhere until fully incorporated.
- Stir in peppermint extract and a pinch of salt. If desired, mix in red food coloring for a festive touch.
- Dust your hands with granulated sugar and shape small amounts of the mixture into balls or flat discs, placing them on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Allow mints to set at room temperature for about an hour until firm yet still soft.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg