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Soft Christmas Peppermints

Soft Christmas Peppermints That Melt in Your Mouth

Delightful no-bake Soft Christmas Peppermints that melt in your mouth, perfect for holiday gift baskets.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 mints
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mints
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar fresh
  • 1-2 teaspoons Peppermint Extract adjust to taste
  • 0.5 cup Heavy Cream optional; can substitute with milk

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of softened unsalted butter and 4 cups of powdered sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed. Beat until smooth and creamy, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Gradually mix in 1-2 teaspoons of peppermint extract, tasting as you go. Blend for an additional minute until well combined.
  3. Use a small scoop or your hands to shape the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, or press into candy molds.
  4. Refrigerate the shaped mints for about 30 minutes until firm.
  5. Serve the mints on a festive platter, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mintCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 8gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 10mgPotassium: 10mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 5mg

Notes

For best results, use softened unsalted butter, and keep your workspace cool. Adjust peppermint extract gradually for desired flavor.

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