Description
These Melt-in-Your-Mouth Butter Mints are a classic, delicate confection with a smooth buttery texture and a refreshing peppermint flavor. Perfect for holidays, parties, or gifting, these mints require no baking and dry naturally at room temperature, resulting in light, creamy bites that dissolve effortlessly on your tongue.
Ingredients
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Butter Mint Dough
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Beat the Butter: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter until it becomes smooth and creamy, creating the perfect base for your mints.
- Add Sugar and Cream: Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar and heavy cream, alternating between the two. Continue mixing until the mixture forms a smooth, dough-like consistency that is easy to handle.
- Mix in Flavor: Add the peppermint extract and salt to the dough, mixing thoroughly to evenly distribute the refreshing peppermint flavor throughout.
- Color the Dough: If desired, divide the dough into portions and knead in different food colorings to create vibrant, colorful mints.
- Shape the Mints: Roll the dough into long, thin ropes and cut into 1/2-inch pieces for classic bite-sized butter mints.
- Arrange to Dry: Place the cut pieces on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them out so they don’t stick during drying.
- Dry: Allow the mints to air-dry at room temperature for 12 hours or until they are firm to the touch, which lets them develop their signature melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- Enjoy: Once dried, your delicious homemade butter mints are ready to be served or gifted.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
- Sifting the powdered sugar prevents lumps and ensures a smooth dough.
- Be patient with drying; do not try to speed up the process with heat as it affects texture.
- Store mints in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
- Use gel-based food coloring for vibrant colors without altering dough consistency.
