Description
Soft Christmas Peppermints are a delightful and nostalgic holiday treat that melt in your mouth, perfect for sharing with family and friends during the festive season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Red and green food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
- Add the peppermint extract, salt, and mix well.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- If desired, divide the dough into two portions and add red and green food coloring to each, kneading until the color is evenly distributed.
- Roll the dough into small balls and then flatten them slightly to form mints.
- Place the mints on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let them dry for at least 24 hours.
- Store in an airtight container and enjoy during the holiday season!
Notes
- For a stronger peppermint flavor, increase the amount of peppermint extract.
- These mints can be stored for several weeks if kept in a cool, dry place.
- Feel free to experiment with different colors for a festive look!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mint
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Soft Christmas Peppermints, Old-Fashioned Butter Mints, Holiday Treats, Christmas Candy