Old-Fashioned Butter Mints

Soft Christmas Peppermints

Celebrate the festive spirit with these homemade Soft Christmas Peppermints! A delightful, old-fashioned treat that melts in your mouth, perfect for holiday gifting or decorating your dessert table.

Ingredients:

½ cup butter, softened

3 cups powdered sugar

2 tbsp heavy whipping cream

¼ tsp peppermint extract (adjust to taste)

Red gel food coloring

Instructions:

Whip the Butter:

In a mixing bowl, whip the softened butter until light and fluffy to create a smooth base.

Mix Ingredients:

Gradually add heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract to the butter. Continue to beat until the mixture becomes firm, smooth, and manageable.

Color and Shape:

Divide the dough into two parts: three-quarters remain white, and one-quarter colored with red gel food coloring. Roll each part into long, thin ropes.

Twist the white and red ropes together to create a candy cane effect. Cut into small pieces or pinch off to form individual mints.

Dry and Set:

Allow the mints to air dry for 1-2 hours until the surface firms up. Cut into bite-sized pieces if needed and let them dry for an additional 24 hours to fully set.

Quick Facts:

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Servings: Makes about 40 mints

Calories: Approx. 60 kcal per mint

Serve these charming Soft Christmas Peppermints as a sweet finale to your holiday feast or package them beautifully for a thoughtful homemade gift.