Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and corn syrup until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until well combined.
- Stir in the peppermint extract.
- If desired, divide the mixture and add food coloring to create different colors.
- Roll the mixture into small balls or shape it as desired.
- Let the mints sit at room temperature for a few hours to harden.
- Store in an airtight container.
Notes
Make sure your butter is softened for easy mixing. For a smoother texture, sift your powdered sugar before adding. Experiment with different colors to make your mints festive!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mints
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 10mg