Butter Mint Candies
Indulge in the nostalgic sweetness of homemade Butter Mint Candies—soft, melt-in-your-mouth treats bursting with creamy butter, refreshing peppermint, and just the right touch of sweetness. This no-cook recipe requires only a handful of simple ingredients, including powdered sugar, unsalted butter, and sweetened condensed milk, making it an easy and fun project for all skill levels. Customize your mints with optional food coloring for festive flair, and enjoy their velvety smooth texture and delicate peppermint flavor. Perfect for gifting, party favors, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth, these bite-sized confections come together in just 30 minutes of prep and naturally firm up overnight. Whether you’re crafting holiday treats or a classic after-dinner mint, these delightful candies are a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3.5 cups powdered sugar
- 0.25 cups sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 drop (optional) food coloring
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter with a hand or stand mixer until creamy and smooth.
Gradually add 2 cups of the powdered sugar to the butter, beating until well combined.
Stir in the sweetened condensed milk and peppermint extract, mixing until smooth.
Slowly add the remaining powdered sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, until a pliable but firm dough forms. The dough should not be sticky. Adjust with additional powdered sugar if needed.
If desired, divide the dough into smaller portions and knead in a drop of food coloring to create different colors.
On a clean surface, roll sections of the dough into thin ropes (about 1/4 inch in diameter), then cut into small pieces to form individual mints.
Place the mints on a parchment-lined baking sheet and allow them to dry at room temperature for at least 12 hours, or until firm.
Once the mints are dry, transfer them to an airtight container for storage. They can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2298 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.6 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.2 g | 161% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 150 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 113 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 463.9 g | 169% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 455.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 302 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
