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Christmas Cream Cheese Mints Recipe

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Delight in the festive flavors of these Christmas Cream Cheese Mints, a simple no-bake treat combining creamy mint-infused cream cheese with sweet powdered sugar and colorful holiday sprinkles. Perfect for holiday gatherings, these bite-sized mints offer a refreshing burst of mint and a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar (divided)
  • 1/2 tsp mint extract
  • 1 tbsp milk
  • 1/4 cup holiday sprinkles (divided)
  • 1/2 cup granulated or powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Combine Cream Cheese and Mint Extract: Using a hand mixer on low speed, blend the softened cream cheese and mint extract together in a medium mixing bowl until well combined.
  2. Add Powdered Sugar and Milk: Gradually blend in 2 cups of powdered sugar along with 1 tablespoon of milk until the mixture is smooth. Be careful not to overmix to maintain the right consistency.
  3. Mix in More Sugar and Sprinkles: Add 1 cup of powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of holiday sprinkles to the mixture. Mix on low speed until incorporated.
  4. Knead Dough: Using your hands, knead in the remaining 1 cup of powdered sugar until the dough is consistent, smooth, and no longer sticky. Add additional powdered sugar as needed to achieve a dough that can be formed into small balls.
  5. Prepare Sugar Coating: In a small separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup granulated or powdered sugar with 2 tablespoons of holiday sprinkles for rolling the mints.
  6. Form and Coat Mints: Shape the dough into 3/4-inch balls and roll each ball in the prepared sugar and sprinkle mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
  7. Arrange on Sheet: Place the coated balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment or a flat surface.
  8. Refrigerate: Refrigerate the mints for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  9. Flatten Mints: Remove the mints from the refrigerator and gently flatten each ball with a fork to create the classic mint shape.
  10. Store the Mints: Allow the mints to harden slightly at room temperature, then transfer to an airtight container. Store the mints in the refrigerator to keep fresh.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the cream cheese and powdered sugar mixture to avoid a dense texture.
  • Use granulated or powdered sugar for coating depending on your texture preference.
  • If the dough is sticky, gradually add more powdered sugar until it is workable.
  • Refrigerate mints to allow them to firm up before flattening and serving.
  • You can customize the sprinkles based on holiday themes or personal preference.

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