Description
Easy-to-make cream cheese mints with a smooth texture and refreshing flavor.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- Food coloring (optional)
- Granulated sugar for coating
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and peppermint extract, mixing until well combined.
- If desired, add a few drops of food coloring and mix until evenly distributed.
- Roll the mixture into small balls (about 1 tsp each).
- Roll each ball in granulated sugar and flatten slightly with a fork.
- Place mints on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.