Mint Cream Filling
📜 Collection: Patsy Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Desserts A smooth and creamy mint-flavored filling perfect for layering over cookies or desserts. Features sweet butter, heavy cream, and peppermint flavor with optional green coloring.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mins | None | 1 hour | 12 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
Ingredients
Filling Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 1/2 cups | Powdered sugar | Sifted |
| 3 tablespoons | Sweet butter | Softened |
| 2 tablespoons | Heavy cream | Chilled or room temperature |
| 3/4 teaspoon | Peppermint flavoring | Adjust to taste |
| 1 drop | Green food coloring | Optional |
Instructions
Step 1: Mixing and Spreading
- Beat together all the 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons sweet butter, 2 tablespoons heavy cream, and 3/4 teaspoon peppermint flavoring until smooth and creamy.
- If you like, gently mix or sprinkle a drop of 1 drop green food coloring into this mint cream until your desired color is reached.
- Spread the mint cream filling evenly over the cookie layer, cover, and chill until firm, about 1 hour.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store the prepared filling covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before spreading.
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