Mint Patties a.k.a Toothpaste Cookies

Another mainstay of Mom's annual Christmas cookie plates was the mint patties. But us kids always called them toothpaste cookies because they are minty like toothpaste and their soft consistency is a bit like toothpaste. But that is where the similarity ends because these mint patties are loaded with sugar. Maybe that is why I always loved these tasty treats.

Now, these mint patties are technically not cookies because there is no need to actually bake them. They are like the inside of a Junior Mint, just without the chocolate. They are simple to make, but do require some time after they are made to dry out. The dough itself reminds me of Play-Doh because it is so easy to shape, such that you could make them into any type of shape, and use multiple food colors to create patterns or shapes. Here, I followed what Mom always did and made the patties using the tines of a fork to make a pattern.

No Cook Mint Patties

• 4 Tbsp. butter, softened
• 1/3 cup light corn syrup
• 1 tsp. peppermint extract
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 4 3/4 cup powdered sugar
• food coloring

Thoroughly blend the butter, corn syrup, peppermint extract, and salt. Add the sugar and mix with a spoon and/or hands until blended. If you want to have different color patties, divide the dough now. Add 1 or more drops of food coloring and blend until you have the desired color.

Shape about one tablespoon of dough into a round ball. Place on wax paper and flatten using the tines of a fork. Let the patties to dry for several hours. Enjoy!