Description
These Soft Christmas Peppermints are a delightful holiday treat that are easy to make and perfect for gifting. Creamy, minty, and sweet, these no-bake mints are sure to be a hit at any festive gathering.
Ingredients
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Powdered Sugar Mixture:
- 4 cups powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
Additional:
- Food coloring (red, green, or as desired)
- Granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Mix Cream Cheese and Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Add Peppermint Extract: Mix in the peppermint extract until combined.
- Incorporate Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating until a soft dough forms.
- Color the Dough: Divide the dough into bowls for coloring. Add food coloring and knead until evenly colored.
- Shape and Roll: Form the dough into balls, flatten slightly, and roll in granulated sugar.
- Dry: Place on a baking sheet to air dry for at least 4 hours or overnight until firm outside but soft inside.
- Store: Keep in an airtight container.
Notes
- Great for gifting or holiday platters.
- Try using silicone candy molds or adjust peppermint extract for different flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mint
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
