Mint Waferscandies 4 cup powdered sugar 2/3 cup sweetened condensed milk 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract Cover cookie sheet with waxed paper. Mix 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar, the milk and food coloring if desired. Knead in extract and enough additional powdered sugar to make a smooth, creamy mixture. Shape mixture into 1-inch balls. Place about 1 inch apart on cookie sheet. Flatten each ball with fork to about 1/4-inch thickness. Let stand uncovered at room temperature about 1 hour or until firm. Turn candies over and let stand about 1 hour or until firm. Store mints in airtight container. About 8 dozen candies; 25 calories per candy. Note: Substitute spearmint or wintergreen extract. |
