Mint Puffs

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 24

Mint Puffs are delicate, mint-flavored confections with wintergreen essence, perfect for refreshing treats or festive occasions, appealing to those who enjoy sweet, minty delights.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 2 tablespoons corn syrup
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 egg white
  • green coloring
  • wintergreen flavoring

Instructions

  1. Combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in a saucepan.
  2. Cook until mixture forms a semi-firm ball.
  3. Pour egg white into the mixture, heating constantly until mixture holds firm.
  4. Let the mixture stand for 10 minutes.
  5. Add 2 to 3 drops of green coloring and 1 drop of wintergreen flavoring.
  6. Beat until smooth and well blended.
  7. Drop by teaspoon onto waxed paper, swirling the top of each puff.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

196 kcal 10% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.2g 4% DV
Total Fat 1.7g 2% DV
Carbs 45.6g 17% DV
Fiber 1.1g 4% DV
Sugar 18.9g 38% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 73.5mg 3% DV
Potassium 196.8mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 15.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 65.5mg 5% DV
Iron 0.6mg 4% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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