Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 tablespoons salted sweet cream butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons pure peppermint extract
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- Pink or red food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
- Add peppermint extract and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- Gradually add sifted powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until a stiff dough forms.
- If desired, add a few drops of food coloring and gently knead until evenly distributed.
- Roll into 1/2-inch balls or pipe into decorative shapes using a piping bag with a star tip.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.
- Serve chilled and store leftovers in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese for the best texture.
- If the mixture is too soft, add additional powdered sugar 1 tablespoon at a time.
- Chill thoroughly before storing in layers to prevent sticking.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Freeze for up to 3 months and thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mint
- Calories: 60 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 25 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
