cream cheese mints

Spencer, IA
Updated on Nov 5, 2011

My Mom showed me how to make these without a Kitchen Aide Stand Mixer. I'm so grateful for the modern mixer!

prep time 2 Hr 30 Min
cook time
method ---
yield 30 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 - (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
  • 1 - (2 lb) packages powdered sugar
  • - 10 -11 drops peppermint extract ( scant 1/4 tsp)
  • - food coloring (optional)
  • - granulated sugar ( for rolling)

How To Make cream cheese mints

  • Step 1
    Mixture will be dry.
  • Step 2
    Mix ingredients in a bowl (best if use dough hooks on your mixer).
  • Step 3
    Remove from bowl and knead.
  • Step 4
    You may add food coloring if you desire.
  • Step 5
    Roll in small balls and then roll the balls in granulated sugar.
  • Step 6
    Press into molds or slightly flatten balls.
  • Step 7
    Remove from mold.
  • Step 8
    Lay on wax paper to dry at least overnight.
  • Step 9
    Turn over and dry on other side.
  • Step 10
    Usually dry 24 hrs on each side.
  • Step 11
    If keeping longer than a couple of weeks, they need to be frozen. Makes 30 mints or 40 depending on the mold.

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