Description
These Soft Christmas Peppermints are a nostalgic holiday delight with a rich, buttery base and a cool peppermint finish. They’re smooth, sweet, and literally melt in your mouth—bringing back memories of candy dishes from Grandma’s house. Whether gifted in a jar or served on a holiday platter, they’re simple, stunning, and totally irresistible.
Ingredients
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
¼ cup sweetened condensed milk
4 cups powdered sugar (plus extra if needed)
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
Pinch of salt
Red food coloring (optional, for swirl or tint)
Granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter until light and creamy.
Add sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and salt. Mix to combine.
Gradually mix in powdered sugar until a soft, non-sticky dough forms. You may need a little extra sugar if it’s too sticky.
If desired, divide dough and tint portions with red food coloring. Swirl together for a festive look.
Roll into small balls or shape into discs. Roll each in granulated sugar for that classic candy sparkle.
Place mints on parchment paper and let air dry for 1 hour to slightly firm up. Store in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Drying Time: 1 hour
Nutrition
- Calories: 55 / Mint
- Sugar: 9g / Mint
- Fat: 2g / Mint
- Carbohydrates: 10g / Mint