Description
Learn how to make classic cream cheese mints with this easy recipe. These sweet, minty candies are perfect for parties or any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Green food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until well combined.
- Stir in the peppermint extract.
- If desired, add a few drops of green food coloring and mix until evenly colored.
- Roll the mixture into small balls or press into molds.
- Let the cream cheese mints set for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- For sugar-free cream cheese mints, use a sugar substitute suitable for candy making.
- For dairy-free cream cheese mints, use a dairy-free cream cheese alternative.
- Ensure your cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mint
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 3mg
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