Description
These creamy, melt-in-your-mouth cream cheese mints are a classic homemade treat perfect for weddings, holidays, and gifting. Easy to customize with different flavors and colors!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- ½ tsp mint extract (peppermint or spearmint)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- Food coloring (optional)
- Granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Add mint extract and mix well.
- Gradually add powdered sugar until a dough forms.
- Divide the dough and knead in food coloring if desired.
- Roll small balls, coat them in granulated sugar, and press with a fork or mold.
- Let them set at room temperature for 1–2 hours until firm.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Freeze for up to 3 months.
- Experiment with different flavors like vanilla or almond.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (no baking required)
- Category: Dessert, Candy
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American