Description
These Soft Christmas Peppermints are a delightful holiday treat that combines creamy butter, sweet powdered sugar, and refreshing peppermint flavor. Twisted together in festive red and white ropes, these mints are perfect for sharing or decorating your holiday tables. They require minimal baking skills and dry naturally, allowing for easy preparation and irresistibly soft texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Mixture
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp heavy whipping cream
- ¼ tsp peppermint extract
Coloring
- Red gel food coloring (enough to color ¼ of the dough)
Instructions
- Beat the Butter: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until it becomes fluffy, creating a light base for the peppermint dough.
- Add Ingredients: Gradually add the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract to the butter. Continue mixing until the mixture is smooth and firm in consistency.
- Divide and Color Dough: Divide the dough into two portions. Leave three-quarters of the dough white, and color the remaining one-quarter red using the gel food coloring, ensuring the color is evenly distributed.
- Form the Mints: Roll each portion of dough into thin ropes. Twist the white and red ropes together tightly and then pinch off small pieces to form individual mints.
- Dry the Mints: Allow the formed mints to air dry for 1-2 hours to firm up slightly. Then cut into smaller pieces if desired. Lay the mints out and let them dry for a full 24 hours before serving to ensure they set properly.
Notes
- Use gel food coloring for vibrant colors without adding extra liquid to the dough.
- Allowing the mints to dry for 24 hours ensures they will hold their shape and have a pleasant soft texture.
- Store mints in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness.
- For a stronger peppermint flavor, consider adding an extra 1/8 tsp peppermint extract.
- If dough is too sticky, chill it briefly before rolling and twisting.
