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Cream Cheese Mints

Cream Cheese Peppermint Mints

These no-bake Cream Cheese Peppermint Mints are a festive and easy-to-make holiday treat. Perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 mints
Course: Candy, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 - 1 teaspoon Peppermint Extract to taste
  • few drops Green Food Coloring optional
  • 1/2 cup Crushed Candy Canes optional, for rolling

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Wax Paper
  • Spoon

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until completely smooth and creamy. This ensures a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating on low speed until fully incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
  3. Stir in the vanilla and peppermint extracts. Add green food coloring if desired, mixing until the color is even.
  4. Taste the mixture and add more peppermint extract if needed to reach your desired intensity.
  5. Roll the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) or use a spoon to drop small mounds onto wax paper.
  6. If rolling into balls, roll them in crushed candy canes for a festive look.
  7. Refrigerate the mints for at least 30 minutes, or until they are firm.
  8. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

Store leftover mints in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. For a richer peppermint flavor, use peppermint extract and finely crushed candy canes.