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Homemade cream cheese mints arranged on white parchment paper showing classic crosshatch pattern made with fork tines, perfect for weddings and special events

Cream Cheese Mints: The Ultimate Guide to Making Perfect Homemade Wedding Mints

These melt-in-your-mouth cream cheese mints, also called wedding mints or baby shower mints, are the perfect homemade confection. With just five simple ingredients, you can create colorful, customizable mints that are firm outside, creamy inside, and cost 75% less than store-bought alternatives.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Course: Candy
Cuisine: American
Calories: 41
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz 113g cream cheese, softened (brick-style)
  • 1 tablespoon salted butter softened
  • 4 cups 500g powdered sugar, plus extra for dusting
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: gel food coloring
  • Optional: granulated sugar for rolling if using molds

Method
 

  1. Line baking sheet with parchment and dust with powdered sugar.
  2. Beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth (2-3 minutes).
  3. Gradually add 2 cups powdered sugar, mixing until smooth.
  4. Mix in peppermint and vanilla extracts.
  5. Gradually add remaining powdered sugar until dough is stiff, like play-dough.
  6. Divide and color dough if desired.
  7. Roll teaspoon-sized portions into balls and place on baking sheet.
  8. Press with fork dipped in powdered sugar to create crosshatch pattern.
  9. Let dry at room temperature, then refrigerate until set (4-6 hours).

Notes

Always use brick-style cream cheese, not spreadable. Use gel food coloring for best texture. Gradually add powdered sugar to avoid lumps.