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Soft Christmas Peppermints

Soft Christmas Peppermints – Melt-In-Your-Mouth Delights

Soft Christmas Peppermints are classic butter mints that are gluten-free, vegetarian, and delightfully easy to make.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 20 mints
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mints
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Do not substitute with powdered milk
  • ½ cup Butter Use unsalted butter for best results
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar Do not substitute unless necessary
  • 1 teaspoon Peppermint Extract Can replace with vanilla or almond extracts
  • as needed drops Food Coloring Optional for festive colors

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • spatula
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, blend together 1 can of sweetened condensed milk and ½ cup of softened unsalted butter using a hand mixer or whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually sift in 4 cups of powdered sugar while continuing to mix on low speed until the mixture resembles a thick dough-like consistency.
  3. Stir in 1 teaspoon of peppermint extract and if desired, a few drops of food coloring, folding until evenly distributed.
  4. If the dough feels too soft, place it in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to firm up.
  5. Take small portions of chilled dough and roll them into balls about 1 inch in diameter or use cookie cutters for fun shapes.
  6. Allow the shaped mints to set at room temperature for about 1 hour.
  7. Transfer the mints to an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to one week.

Notes

For a festive touch, roll finished mints in crushed peppermint candies or sprinkles before they set.