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A delicious plate of Cream Cheese Mints

Cream Cheese Mints

These delightful Cream Cheese Mints are perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and melt in your mouth, they're a crowd-pleaser every time.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Drying Time 3 hours 40 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 50 mints
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 45
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Mint Mixture
  • 4 oz cream cheese room temperature
  • 1 tbs butter
  • 454 g powdered sugar + more for sprinkling
  • 2 ml mint extract few drops
  • 2 ml red food coloring few drops

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer

Method
 

  1. In stand mixer, add your butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar and mix until incorporated and it looks like play doh.
  2. Add in a few drops of mint extract and blend again.
  3. Add in food coloring and blend until you get your desired color.
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and sprinkle with powdered sugar.
  5. Roll your mint mixture into small balls and place on baking sheet.
  6. Dip your fork in the powdered sugar on sheet and press gently into tops of the mints.
  7. Let dry for a few hours until they aren't wet and are firmer.
  8. Refrigerate or freeze to store.

Notes

If your mint mixture is too sticky, add more powdered sugar 1 tablespoon at a time until it stiffens up. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 10-14 days, or freeze for up to 10-12 months.