Buttercream Mints
Indulge in the perfect blend of sweetness and refreshing peppermint with these homemade Buttercream Mints—a classic no-bake treat that’s as delightful to make as it is to eat! Prepared with just a handful of pantry staples like powdered sugar, unsalted butter, and a touch of heavy cream, these melt-in-your-mouth mints are easy to customize with food coloring for any occasion. Lightly coated in granulated sugar for an irresistible texture, they require no cooking—just a quick mix, roll, and a bit of drying time. Perfect for holidays, weddings, or a nostalgic anytime snack, this recipe yields around 80 bite-sized mints that can be stored for up to two weeks. Try them for a crowd-pleasing treat that marries simplicity with elegance!
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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, softened
- 3.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Peppermint extract
- 0 Food coloring (optional)
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar (for rolling)
Directions
Step 1
In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer until creamy and smooth.
Step 2
Gradually add the powdered sugar, about 1 cup at a time, beating well after each addition until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Step 3
Add the heavy cream and peppermint extract, beating until the mixture comes together into a smooth and pliable dough.
Step 4
If desired, divide the dough into separate portions and knead in different colors of food coloring by hand, ensuring the colors are evenly distributed.
Step 5
Roll small, pea-sized portions of dough into balls and flatten them slightly with your fingers or the tines of a fork for a decorative touch.
Step 6
Pour the granulated sugar into a shallow plate and roll each flattened mint in the sugar to coat lightly.
Step 7
Place the coated mints onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and let them air-dry at room temperature for 24 hours to set.
Step 8
Once set, store the mints in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 562 grams (562.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2348 |
| Total Fat 56.10g | 72% |
| Saturated Fat 35.20g | 176% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 154mg | 51% |
| Sodium 26mg | 1% |
| Total Carbohydrate 472.60g | 172% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.00g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 464.20g | |
| Protein 0.50g | 1% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 17mg | 1% |
| Iron 0mg | 2% |
| Potassium 21mg | 0% |
Source of Calories