This Butter Mints Recipe is sweet, pepperminty, and melts in your mouth. They are quick and easy, and you do not need a candy thermometer.
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Say Goodbye to Stale Mints!
Butter Mints, also known as โWedding Mintsโ or โDinner Mints,โ are soft, creamy, and practically melt in your mouth. When I worked at a restaurant, we kept a big bowl by the host standโI probably ate my weight in mints on slow nights!
Store-bought mints can be stale or way too strong, so I started making my ownโand Iโm never going back!
These homemade mints are super easy to make and always impress. No candy thermometer or fancy tools neededโjust a mixer and a few minutes to whip up minty perfection!
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Notes |
|---|---|
| Butter | Use high quality butter at room temp for smooth blending. |
| Powdered Sugar | Add a little more if the dough feels too sticky. |
| Heavy Cream | Donโt swap for milk since it isnโt thick enough. |
| Vanilla Extract | Boosts the sweetness and overall flavor. |
| Peppermint Extract | Use extract, not oil, for the right flavor balance. Use leftovers in peppermint bark. |
| Salt | Balances sweetness and brings out the other flavors. |
| Food Coloring (Optional) | Adds a fun, festive touch. |
How To Make Butter Mints Recipe
- Mix: Stir together butter, powdered sugar, cream, flavorings, and salt until smooth. Add color if you want.
- Shape: Roll the dough into tubes and cut into small pieces.
- Dry: Leave the mints out for 10โ12 hours to set.
Tips For Success
- Use butter thatโs soft but not melted. Let it sit out for an hour or soften quickly by following this guide. Melted butter makes the dough too sticky.
- Add powdered sugar a little at a time to make smooth dough.
- If the butter mints recipe dough feels dry, add a tiny bit of cream. If itโs sticky, add more powdered sugar (up to 1/4 cup).
Variations
Ways To Make This Recipe Your Own!
- Use food coloring for yellow Butter Mints recipe or any color. I like them plain, though!
- For a baby shower, color the dough pink or blue. For a gender reveal, make half pink and half blue.
- Switch the flavor! Peppermint is the classic choice, but coconut or other flavors could be fun.
Storage
Does This Butter Mints Recipe Expire?
Keep in an airtight container to prevent crushing. They stay fresh 1โ3 weeks at room temp or 3โ4 weeks in the fridge.
If mints lose their peppermint smell or change color, theyโre not good anymore.
To freeze: Freeze on a tray, then move to an airtight container for up to 2 months.
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Equipment
- Sheet pan (15" x 10") lined
- Stand mixer with whisk attachment; or hand mixer
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
- 3-3/4 cups powdered sugar see note 1
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream see note 2
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract see note 3
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- Food coloring optional
Instructionsย
- Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper and set it aside. In a stand mixer with a whisk attachment, beat the softened butter on low speed until smooth. You can also use a hand mixer for this step.
- Add 1 cup of powdered sugar and the remaining ingredients, then beat on low speed until combined (see note 1). Gradually add the rest of the powdered sugar, about 1 cup at a time, mixing at low-to-medium speed until smooth. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Once the powdered sugar is fully incorporated, you can add 2โ3 drops of food coloring. Increase the mixer speed to high and beat until a smooth dough forms, scraping the bowl as needed. Once the dough is smooth, turn off the mixer and sprinkle a handful of powdered sugar on a clean surface. Transfer the dough to the counter and gently knead it, shaping it into a thick disc.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the disc into six equal portions and set one portion aside. Cover the remaining dough with a damp kitchen towel to prevent it from drying out. Roll the removed portion into a long, 1/2-inch thick tube shape, then cut it into 1/2-inch wide mints. Transfer the cut mints to the prepared sheet pan and repeat until all the mints are cut.
- Let the mints sit uncovered to dry overnight or for 10โ12 hours. Keep in mind that these mints will remain softer than commercial varieties, which is what makes them so creamy and delicious!
Recipe Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I made these yesterday, let them dry and just tasted oneโฆ. Oh my gosh are they delicious!! And so easy to make. I made them exactly as written and without any dyes. Just scrumptious! My grandson, who cannot tolerate red dye, will be thrilled to get these. Thank you SO much for this recipe.
I am so happy to hear this! Thanks so much Ella! ๐
What is Danish butter
The brand I used; any butter will work, but better quality = better flavor ๐ Enjoy!