Cream Cheese Mints
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Cream Cheese Mints
Description
Cream Cheese Mints start with a base of softened cream cheese mixed with peppermint extract for flavor. Confectioners' sugar is gradually incorporated to form a dough, which is then rolled out to a quarter-inch thickness. Small circles are cut out, typically one inch in diameter, to create uniform, bite-sized mints. Over 2 to 3 hours, the mints harden as they rest, developing a firm but creamy texture with a cool peppermint taste. Coloring can be added to tint the dough for visual appeal or themed treats.
The resulting mints offer a smooth, sweet, and refreshing palate that pairs well with tea or coffee. Their small size makes them suitable as after-dinner palate cleansers or treats at gatherings. They store well once hardened, keeping their texture and flavor for several days.
Ingredients
- 3 ounces cream cheese , softened
- 1/4 teaspoon Peppermint
- 3 cups confectioners' sugar , divided
- red food coloring 5 drops of each (optional, or green food coloring
Instructions
- Add the cream cheese and extract to a stand mixer.
- Beat in the powdered sugar.
- Knead the dough for 1 minute (add desired food coloring).
- Roll the dough out to 1/4 inch thickness.
- Cut out circles with 1" circle cookie cutter.
- Let harden for 2-3 hours before storing.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 72Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 42 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 42kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 2mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 16IU | 0% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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