Cream Cheese Mints
Cream Cheese Mints have a melt-in-your-mouth texture and an awesome peppermint flavor.
Servings: 16
Ingredients
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 7 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 3 to 4 drops food coloring, optional
Instructions
- Place cream cheese and butter in a mixing bowl. Beat until smooth.
- Beat in peppermint extract.
- Beat in 1 cup powdered sugar.
- Add remaining powdered sugar 2 cups at a time. Beat until smooth.
- Mix in food coloring if using.
- Transfer to a pastry bag with a large star tip.
- Pipe onto a parchment paper lined baking sheet.
- Let sit on counter for 1 hour and then place in freezer to harden.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for later.
Nutrition
Calories: 263kcal