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Cream Cheese Mints

Cream Cheese Mints That Melt in Your Mouth – Easy Recipe!

These Cream Cheese Mints are delightful, creamy sweets with refreshing peppermint, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Drying Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 24 mints
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Use full-fat for better texture and flavor.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Enhances creaminess.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • ½ teaspoon Fine Sea Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Peppermint Extract Adjust quantity based on preference.
For Optional Coloring
  • Gel Food Coloring Use for vibrant mints.

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cream Cheese Mints
  1. In a stand mixer, combine cream cheese and unsalted butter. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth.
  2. Gradually incorporate fine sea salt and powdered sugar on low speed. Mix for about 3 minutes.
  3. Add peppermint extract and remaining powdered sugar, beating for an additional 2 minutes until silky.
  4. Divide dough into bowls, adding gel food coloring as desired for pastel shades.
  5. Roll one teaspoon of dough into a ball and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Flatten each mint slightly using a fork dusted with powdered sugar.
  7. Let the mints air dry for at least 2 hours at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mintCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 6gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 20mgPotassium: 10mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for easy blending. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator, lasts up to 1 month.

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