Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow

This evening, instead of family game night, we made “snowmints”.  Making these snowmen is a tradition in our home.  Each of us put our own artistic touch on the sweet treats (and it isn’t too awful when you have left over noses that have to be eaten).  We still had fun as a family and here are the results . . .  . 

If you’re interested, here’s the recipe. . . .

In a bowl mix together with a fork

• 1 TBL. softened butter (not margarine)
• 1TBL. light corn syrup
• 1/8 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. mint extract

Gradually add 1 cup powdered sugar (I usually sift first).  When dough becomes too stiff to stir, knead with hands.

Make 12 snowmen with 3/4 of dough by forming 2 or 3 marble-size balls for each one.  Divide rest of dough in half.  Knead 1 drop blue food coloring into one half.  WASH HANDS.  Knead 1 drop red and 2 drops yellow food coloring into other half. WASH HANDS.  For each snowman, press on candy sprinkles for mouth, eyes, and buttons.  Form a scarf, hat, earmuffs, and nose out of colored dough.  Press features in place.  Store in refrigerator.

Have fun, I know we did.  (They taste pretty good too!) ;0)