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Soft Christmas Peppermints OldFashioned Butter Mints

These soft and creamy Christmas peppermint mints are a delightful treat for the holiday season. They are easy to make and are perfect for gifting or enjoying at festive gatherings. With a sweet peppermint flavor and a melt-in-your-mouth texture, these classic butter mints will bring joy to your holiday season.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 50 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 electric mixer or whisk
  • 1 rubber spatula
  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 parchment paper
  • 1 measuring cups
  • 1 measuring spoons
  • 1 plastic wrap or airtight container for storage

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract Customize quantity to taste preference.
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk Adjust for consistency.
  • a few drops drops red food coloring Optional for a marbled effect.

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy and smooth, about 2 minutes.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully combined. The mixture will be thick.
  • Add the peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of milk. Continue to mix until the ingredients are well incorporated. If the dough is too stiff, add an additional tablespoon of milk and mix again until achieving a soft dough consistency.
  • If desired, add a few drops of red food coloring to create a marbled effect. Gently fold the color into the dough using a rubber spatula.
  • Dust a clean work surface with powdered sugar and turn the dough out onto it. Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and then flatten them slightly to form disks.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the mints on it. Allow to air dry at room temperature for at least 2 hours, or until they are firm to the touch.
  • Once dried, store the mints in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.

Notes

Be sure to customize the peppermint extract quantity to your taste preference; you can increase or decrease it based on how strong you want the peppermint flavor to be.
For a fun variation, consider adding crushed candy canes to the dough for added texture and festive flair.
These mints can also be wrapped individually in plastic wrap for gifting!