Description
Indulge in the zesty delight of Sweet Orange Cream Cheese Mints, where creamy sweetness meets bright citrus. Perfectly refreshing, these mints melt in your mouth, making them ideal for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese
- 4 cups (480 g) powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh orange juice
- 2 tbsp (30 g) finely grated orange zest
- 1/2 tsp (2 g) peppermint extract
- 1/4 cup (60 g) granulated sugar
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients to avoid last-minute scrambles.
- Beat softened cream cheese until fluffy using a hand mixer or spoon.
- Gradually sift in powdered sugar until a thick mixture forms.
- Add orange juice and zest, mixing until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into one-inch balls using a cookie scoop or greased hands.
- Place the mints on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Optional: Roll some mints in granulated sugar for a sparkling finish.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour to firm up.
- Remove mints from the fridge and roll any that need more sugar.
- Store mints in an airtight container to maintain texture and flavor.
- Serve in decorative bowls or on tiered platters for an elegant presentation.
- Pair with herbal tea or citrus drinks for a delightful experience.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing and Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mint
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: Sweet Orange Cream Cheese Mints, Cream Cheese Mints, Orange Mints, Dessert Mints