Dolly'S Uncooked Mints

7 ingredients
9 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp. shortening
  • 1/2 c. powdered sugar
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1 Tbsp. butter
  • 1 Tbsp. hot water
  • 5 drops oil of peppermint
  • food coloring, your choice

Directions

  1. 1
    Mix ingredients thoroughly.
  2. 2
    Add more powdered sugar as needed to make a stiff dough.
  3. 3
    It takes about 1/2 box of sugar. Roll out on board to desired thickness.
  4. 4
    Cut with small mint cutters.
  5. 5
    Let stand on wax paper uncovered overnight.
  6. 6
    Place in container.
  7. 7
    It will freeze well.
  8. 8
    Yields: 60 mints.
  9. 9
    You can buy oil of peppermint at drug store.

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