Oh, my dears, these little soft Christmas peppermints are simply delightful! They remind me of my ch...

Oh, my dears, these little soft Christmas peppermints are simply delightful! They remind me of my childhood and make the perfect sweet treat for the holidays. Here’s how you can whip them up in no time!

Soft Christmas Peppermints (Old-Fashioned Butter Mints) 😍
🎄 Ingredients:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 tsp. peppermint extract
3 cups powdered sugar
1/4 tablespoon salt
Red gel food coloring (optional)
Granulated sugar (for dusting)

🎄 Instructions:
1️⃣ Mix: Beat butter until creamy, then add condensed milk and peppermint extract.
2️⃣ Combine: Gradually stir in powdered sugar and salt until thick and sticky.
3️⃣ Divide: Split dough; color one half with red gel food coloring.
4️⃣ Shape: Roll each color into logs, twist together, and form cubes or rounds.
5️⃣ Dry: Place mints on parchment-lined sheet; let dry for 6 hours or overnight.
6️⃣ Finish: Roll in granulated sugar for extra sparkle if desired.
7️⃣ Store: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature.

Enjoy these festive mints! 🎄✨

𝗙𝗨𝗟𝗟 𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗣𝗘 𝗕𝗘𝗟𝗢𝗪 💬👇