Description
Deliciously creamy and minty homemade mints that melt in your mouth.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 tsp peppermint extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- Food coloring (optional)
- Granulated sugar for rolling (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the peppermint extract and mix well.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until a stiff dough forms.
- If desired, add a few drops of food coloring and mix until evenly distributed.
- Roll the dough into small balls (about 1/2 tsp each) and flatten slightly with a fork or press into molds.
- If desired, roll the mints in granulated sugar for extra sweetness and texture.
- Place the mints on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.