Gluten-free Easy Mint Patties

== Description ==
Recipe makes about 56 pieces
== Ingredients ==
* ¼ cup light corn syrup
* 1 teaspoon gluten free peppermint extract
* ¼ cup butter, softened
* 1 to 2 drops desired vegetable food coloring
* 4¾ cup sifted powdered sugar (about 1 pound)
== Directions ==
# Combine light corn syrup, softened butter and peppermint extract.
# Add sugar, about 1 cup at a time, stirring until well combined.
# Stir desired food coloring into mixture.
# Shape candy mixture into 1-inch balls.
# Place the balls 2-inches apart on a baking sheet lined with waxed paper.
# Gently flatten each ball with the tines of a fork.
# Let candy stand at room temperature about 3 hours or until dry.
# Store tightly covered in the refrigerator.
Category:Candy Recipes
Category:Gluten-free Recipes
Category:Light corn syrup Recipes
Category:Peppermint extract Recipes