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no-cook mint patties

(1 rating)
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Recipe by
Candace Lemings
@mrsCLemings
Port Hudson, LA

A family tradition around the holidays, and one that the little ones can help make! Easy, fun and yummy mint flavored candies... :D

(1 rating)
yield serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 2 Hr
method No-Cook or Other

Ingredients For no-cook mint patties

  • 1/3 c
    light corn syrup
  • 1/4 c
    butter, softened
  • 1 tsp
    peppermint extract
  • 4 c
    confectioners' sugar, sifted
  • 2 sm
    drops food coloring

How To Make no-cook mint patties

  • 1
    In mixing bowl, combine corn syrup, butter and extract. Beat well.
  • 2
    Add food coloring and mix until uniform in color.
  • 3
    Add 2 cups confectioners' sugar, beating well between as you add. Stir in as much of the remaining sugar as you can with your spoon...
  • 4
    Turn out onto a board that has been dusted with confectioners' sugar. Knead in enough of the remaining sugar to make a stiff but smooth dough.
  • 5
    Shape (Circles, squares, balls, etc... use your imagination!) and place on wax paper. Let dry for 2 to 4 hours.
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