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Old-Fashioned Butter Mints

  • Author: Ava Garrison
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 8 hours
  • Yield: About 100 mints
  • Category: Dessert / Candy
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Sweet, creamy, and nostalgic—these Old-Fashioned Butter Mints are the perfect bite-sized treat for any celebration. Whether you’re looking for a quick holiday candy, easy party favor, or vintage dessert idea, these mints check all the boxes. With a melt-in-your-mouth texture and just a kiss of peppermint, they bring back fond memories of family gatherings and dessert tables. No baking required, minimal ingredients, and customizable colors—ideal for anyone looking for a quick dessert or easy recipe to impress.

Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

4 cups powdered sugar

1 tablespoon heavy cream or milk

1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract

1 pinch salt

gel food coloring (optional)

Instructions

1. Beat the softened butter in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.

2. Add peppermint extract, salt, and cream. Mix well.

3. Gradually mix in powdered sugar until a soft dough forms.

4. If using coloring, divide dough and knead in gel food coloring.

5. Roll dough into thin ropes on a powdered sugar surface.

6. Cut ropes into bite-sized pieces using a scraper or knife.

7. Spread mints on parchment and allow to dry at room temperature for 8 hours or overnight.

Notes

Always soften your butter for smooth blending.

Add food coloring sparingly for delicate pastel tones.

Don’t rush the drying process—it’s key to the texture.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4-5 mints
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 19g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: easy candy recipe, vintage butter mints, quick dessert, no-bake holiday treat, edible gifts, pastel candies, wedding mints, party favor candy

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