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Old-Fashioned Butter Mints

Old-Fashioned Butter Mints: Sweet Nostalgia in Every Bite

Delight in Old-Fashioned Butter Mints, creamy, no-bake treats that evoke sweet nostalgia.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Drying Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 24 mints
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mints
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 teaspoon Peppermint Extract or other extracts like almond or lemon
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar
  • As needed drops Food Coloring optional

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Parchment paper
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Old-Fashioned Butter Mints
  1. Cream the Butter: Beat the softened unsalted butter until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Mix in Cream and Extract: Add heavy cream and peppermint extract, mixing until creamy and thickened, 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually mix in powdered sugar one cup at a time until a stiff dough forms, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Color the Mixture (Optional): Divide dough and knead in food coloring for pastel shades.
  5. Shape the Mints: Roll dough into ropes and cut into 1-inch pieces for uniformity.
  6. Dry the Mints: Arrange on parchment-lined tray and let dry for at least 12 hours at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mintCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 1mgPotassium: 5mgSugar: 10g

Notes

Store in an airtight container; lasts up to 2 weeks at room temperature, 1 month in the fridge, or 3 months in the freezer.

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