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Homemade Butter Mints Recipe

Homemade Butter Mints Recipe
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Learn how to make delightful Homemade Butter Mints at home with this easy recipe. These creamy, minty treats are perfect for any occasion, and you can customize them with different colors to match your theme.

Ingredients

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For the Butter Mints:

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/8 tsp. table salt
  • 4 cups powdered sugar (1 lb.), divided
  • 1 Tbsp. half-and-half or heavy cream
  • 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 3/8 tsp. mint extract
  • Food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine butter, salt, sugar, and extracts: Place butter and salt in the bowl of a stand mixer. Beat at medium-low speed until smooth and creamy, about 1 minute. Add 3 cups sugar, half-and-half, vanilla, and mint extract; beat at low speed until a smooth dough forms, 1 to 2 minutes. With mixer on low speed, gradually add remaining 1 cup sugar, beating until dough is stiff and smooth, 1 to 2 minutes.
  2. Divide dough and add coloring: Turn dough out onto a work surface dusted with powdered sugar. Knead a few times until smooth. If desired, divide dough into 2 or 3 equal portions. Add 1 to 2 drops of food coloring to each portion and knead until evenly combined.
  3. Cut ropes into pieces: Pinch off a lime-sized piece of dough; roll into a 1/2-inch wide rope on work surface. Using a bench scraper or knife, cut rope into 1/2-inch-long pieces. Repeat process with remaining dough.
  4. Let mints dry: Arrange cut dough pieces in a single layer on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Let stand, uncovered, at room temperature until completely dry, 8 to 12 hours. Store in an airtight container with wax or parchment paper between layers for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

  • You can store these Homemade Butter Mints in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

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