These Homemade Butter Mints are a sweet and refreshing treat, perfect for any occasion! They’re smooth, minty, and melt in your mouth. Here’s how to make them:
Homemade Butter Mints
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon whipping cream
- 4 cups powdered sugar, divided (plus more for dusting)
- 1/2 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions:
1. Cream the butter:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with a hand mixer or stand mixer until it’s smooth and creamy.
2. Add the cream and flavoring:
- Add the whipping cream and peppermint extract to the butter. Mix well until the mixture is smooth and incorporated.
3. Add the powdered sugar:
- Gradually add 3 1/2 cups of powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. The mixture should be thick and pliable but still a little sticky. If the dough is too soft, you can add more powdered sugar (about 1/4 cup at a time) until the consistency is firm enough to shape.
4. Color the mints (optional):
- If you want to add color, divide the dough into separate portions and add a few drops of food coloring to each portion. Mix well until the color is fully incorporated. You can make them all one color or create a variety of colors!
5. Shape the mints:
- Lightly dust your hands and work surface with powdered sugar to prevent the dough from sticking.
- Roll small pieces of dough into balls, then flatten each ball slightly with your fingers. Alternatively, you can roll the dough into small logs and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
- If you prefer a more uniform shape, you can use a candy mold to create fun, bite-sized mint shapes.
6. Let them set:
- Place the shaped mints on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Allow them to dry at room temperature for several hours or overnight until they firm up.
7. Serve or store:
- Once the mints are set, you can dust them with more powdered sugar to keep them from sticking together. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1-2 weeks.
These Homemade Butter Mints are perfect for holidays, parties, or as a simple homemade treat to share with friends and family. Enjoy the refreshing mint flavor and creamy texture! 😊✨
