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Homemade butter mints ready to be enjoyed, ideal for parties and celebrations

Homemade Butter Mints

Homemade Butter Mints are small, soft confections made from butter, powdered sugar, and peppermint that melt on the tongue, perfect for gifts or dessert plates.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 35 mints
Course: Candy, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 35
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted butter, softened to room temperature Can use salted butter and omit added salt
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar, sifted Substitute superfine sugar with extra blending time
  • 1/4 teaspoon Peppermint extract Use pure extract for clean flavor; peppermint oil is more concentrated
  • 1 tablespoon Milk Adjust to control dough consistency; use cream for richer mints
  • Food coloring (optional) Gel colors give vivid hues without altering consistency

Method
 

Mixing
  1. Cream the softened butter until smooth using a handheld or stand mixer on medium speed.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until combined and the dough forms a soft paste.
  3. Stir in the peppermint extract and milk until the mixture is well blended and glossy.
Coloring and Shaping
  1. Divide the dough and add food coloring to each portion to achieve desired colors, kneading until uniform.
  2. Roll the dough into small balls or shape it into flat pillows, maintaining even sizes for consistent drying.
  3. Place the shaped mints on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving slight space between pieces.
Drying and Storage
  1. Allow them to dry at room temperature for at least 8 hours or overnight, uncovered for the first hour if humid.
  2. Store the mints in an airtight container, layering parchment between pieces if stacking is necessary.

Notes

For perfect results, ensure butter is at exactly room temperature, sift powdered sugar to maintain texture, and adjust milk sparingly to avoid soft dough. Use gel food coloring for best results.