Description
Homemade Cream Cheese Mints are a delightful and refreshing treat that combines the creamy texture of cream cheese with the coolness of mint, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- Green food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and peppermint extract.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until well combined.
- If desired, add a few drops of green food coloring and mix until the color is evenly distributed.
- Roll the mixture into small balls or shape them into desired forms.
- Place the mints on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Serve chilled and enjoy your homemade cream cheese mints!
Notes
- Store the mints in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- These mints can be made in advance and are great for parties or as gifts.
- Feel free to experiment with different flavors by using other extracts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mint
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg