My Grandmas Mint Patties Recipe

My Grandmas Mint Patties Recipe

  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 teaspoon mint extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pound confectioners' sugar
  • 1 drop red food coloring (optional)
  1. Beat white corn syrup, butter or margarine, mint extract, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix in 1 pound of powdered sugar and knead intil smooth.
  2. Color with food coloring as desired. Pat or roll to about 1/4 inch thick. Use small cookie cutters to cut shapes.