Description
Irresistible homemade cream cheese mints that are no-bake, customizable, and perfect for holidays, weddings, and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- ½ tsp peppermint extract
- Food coloring (optional)
- Granulated sugar for rolling
- Optional: vanilla, almond, or lemon extract; vegan cream cheese; plant-based butter; natural food coloring
Instructions
- Beat softened cream cheese and butter with an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
- Add peppermint extract gradually, adjusting to taste.
- Slowly mix in powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until a stiff, workable dough forms.
- Divide and add food coloring if desired, kneading until evenly distributed.
- Shape mixture into ¾-inch balls or press into decorative molds.
- Roll in granulated sugar or flatten gently with a fork for ridged patterns.
- Arrange on parchment paper and let dry 12–24 hours until firm on the outside with a creamy center.
Notes
Always bring cream cheese and butter to room temperature to prevent lumps. Gradually add sugar for best texture. Allow full drying time for the perfect creamy-firm consistency.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Candy & Confections
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mint
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 8mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 3mg
Keywords: cream cheese mints, no bake candy, holiday treats, wedding mints, easy dessert