Mix butter and corn syrup together in a small mixing bowl
Stir in peppermint or extract of choice
Slowly add 2 cups of powdered sugar and mix well
Knead until the powdered sugar is well absorbed and smooth -add additional powdered sugar if needed
Divide dough into 3 equal parts or however many colors you are using
Tint the dough in colors you are using by adding 4-5 drops of food color to the dough. I added green to one, red to one and left the third white. If the dough is sticky knead more powdered sugar into the dough if needed
Cut the dough and form 1 inch balls (rolling on hand) roll through additional powdered sugar
Place on a parchment paper-lined tray or cookie sheet
Flatten gently with a fork
Let candies stand for 12-24 hrs uncovered at room temperature
Ready to serve - store in an airtight container