Easy Butter Mints Recipe

Colorful butter mints are in a small glass.

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The perfect end to a simple dinner party, these easy Butter Mints are sweet, buttery and refreshing. Simple to make in minutes and perfect for a hostess gift during the holidays.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Author: Kellie

Cost: $5

Equipment

hand mixer
mixing bowls
measuring cup
measuring spoon
chef's knife

Ingredients

1/2 cup salted butter softened
16 ounces confectioners sugar
1 tablespoon half and half or milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon Peppermint Extract
Assorted food coloring

Instructions

In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the butter on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
Turn the mixer to low and gradually add the sugar, beating until well combined.
Mix in the milk, vanilla, and peppermint extract.
Turn the mixer to high and beat until a dough begins to pull away from the sides of the bowl and feels smooth and pliable.
Remove the mixture from the bowl and divide into even pieces if you’re coloring the mints different shades.
Add a few drops of food coloring to each portion and knead until the color is evenly distributed.
Break off about 1/4 cup of dough and roll it into a long rope about 1/2 inch in diameter.
Cut the rope into pieces about 1/2 inch long.
Repeat with the remaining dough.
Arrange the mints on a baking sheet in a single layer and allow them to dry for 6–12 hours, or until dry on the outside.
Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.

Notes

If the dough feels too sticky to roll, add a little more powdered sugar until it becomes smooth and easy to handle.
If the dough feels too dry, add a very small splash of milk or half and half until it softens.
Peppermint extract works best for a soft, balanced mint flavor. Peppermint oil can be too strong in this recipe.
Drying time can vary depending on humidity, so let the mints sit until they feel dry on the outside before storing.

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