Description
These Homemade Cream Cheese Mints are a delightful and easy-to-make party treat that combines creamy texture with a refreshing peppermint flavor. Softened cream cheese is blended with powdered sugar and peppermint extract to create sweet, melt-in-your-mouth mints that can be shaped by hand or with molds and chilled until firm. Optional food coloring allows for festive customization. Perfect for holiday gatherings, special occasions, or simply as a charming homemade candy.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Mix: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and peppermint extract. Mix thoroughly to ensure the peppermint flavor is evenly distributed throughout the cream cheese.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar to the cream cheese mixture, mixing continuously until the mixture is well combined, smooth, and free of lumps.
- Color the Mixture (Optional): If you want colorful mints, add a few drops of your chosen food coloring and mix until the color is evenly incorporated throughout the mixture.
- Shape the Mints: Using your hands or a mold, shape the mixture into small balls or different shapes based on your preference.
- Set the Mints: Place the shaped mints on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Chill: Refrigerate the mints for at least 1 hour to allow them to firm up properly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once the mints are set and firm, serve them as a sweet, refreshing treat for your guests and enjoy the homemade goodness.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature to ensure easy mixing.
- You can use molds for fun shapes or simply roll the mixture into balls for a classic look.
- Store the mints in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
- If the mixture is too sticky to handle, refrigerate for a short time before shaping.
- Use powdered sugar, not granulated sugar, for the best texture.
- Adjust the peppermint extract amount according to your flavor preference.
