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Christmas Cream Cheese Mints

Homemade Christmas Cream Cheese Mints for Festive Delight

Delightful Christmas Cream Cheese Mints, perfect for holiday gifting and sharing.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 20 pieces
Course: Desserts
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mints
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Full-fat for best texture
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Softened for easy blending
  • 1 pinch Table Salt Balances sweetness
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sifted for smooth mixing
  • 1 teaspoon Peppermint Extract Signature mint flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use clear for better color consistency
For Coloring
  • 1 drops Red Food Coloring Gel preferred for vibrant colors
  • 1 drops Green Food Coloring Gel ideal for bright hue

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Paddle attachment
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with waxed paper and sprinkling powdered sugar over the surface.
  2. In a stand mixer, beat together cream cheese, unsalted butter, and a pinch of salt until creamy and smooth.
  3. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar to the mixture and beat until fully integrated and thick.
  4. Add peppermint extract and vanilla extract and beat to blend flavors well.
  5. Divide the mixture into three bowls; color one with red food coloring and another with green.
  6. Scoop the colored mixtures onto the prepared baking sheet, forming uniform ball shapes.
  7. Gently press down on each candy ball with a fork to flatten slightly.
  8. Refrigerate the baking sheet for about 30 minutes to firm up the mints.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 7gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 10mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mg

Notes

Chill the mixture for easier handling; always sift powdered sugar to prevent lumps. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer for freshness.

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