I know many of you make lots of candy at Christmas time and here is a very easy, very delicious recipe for making mints. These are good not only for the holiday season but all year round.
Cream Cheese Mints
4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
exactly 1/2 teaspoon peppermint or spearmint extract
3 cups powdered sugar
Beat the cream cheese with a mixer until smooth, add the extract and some of the powdered sugar and mix until combined well. Then add the remaining sugar and mix until well combined.
Shape into 1/2" balls and place them on a parchment lined cookie sheet. Press flat with a fork and then chill until ready to serve. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to two weeks or freeze for up to two months.
*Note: Can also be frozen and dipped in chocolate and also change the colors by adding a drop or two of food coloring.
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