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Easy Cream Cheese Christmas Mints

Delightful and simple cream cheese mints with a refreshing peppermint flavor, perfect for holiday gatherings and gifts.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 24 mints
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 110
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the mints
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 oz cream cheese Make sure it is softened for easier mixing.
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp clear corn syrup
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract For a stronger flavor, consider adding extra drops.
  • 5 cups powdered sugar Add gradually for desired consistency.
  • 6 drops green food coloring
  • 6 drops red food coloring

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix the granulated sugar, cream cheese, unsalted butter, clear corn syrup, and peppermint extract until well combined.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar a cup at a time, mixing until smooth.
  3. Divide the mixture in half.
  4. Add green food coloring to one half and red food coloring to the other half, mixing until the desired shades are achieved.
  5. Roll small pieces of each colored mixture into balls and flatten them slightly.
  6. Place mints on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Let them set until firm.

Notes

These mints are best served with hot cocoa or coffee. For presentation, use decorative bowls or small cellophane bags tied with ribbon. They can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or frozen for longer storage.