Description
Soft, creamy, and melt-in-your-mouth, these holiday mints are a nostalgic classic perfect for festive gatherings, gifting, or a simple after-dinner sweet. This doubled version brings enough to share—and with a few modern flavor twists, you can customize them for any occasion. No baking required, just mix, roll, and chill.
Ingredients
12 oz cream cheese, room temperature
9 cups powdered sugar
1–1¼ teaspoons mint extract (or your favorite extract like lemon, almond, or vanilla)
Food coloring (as desired – red, green, blue, or pastels)
1 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
Optional Twists:
Split the batch and use different extract flavors and colors
Add zest of 1 lemon or orange to the dough for citrus brightness
Mix in 1 tablespoon cocoa powder for a chocolate-mint version
Use gel food coloring for vibrant, non-runny color
Instructions
In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until a thick, dough-like consistency forms.
Stir in mint extract and divide dough into smaller batches if using multiple colors or flavors.
Add food coloring to each batch and knead until evenly tinted.
Roll dough into small 1-inch balls, then flatten slightly with a fork or mold with mini cutters.
Roll each piece in granulated sugar and place on parchment-lined tray.
Let mints air dry at room temperature for 12–24 hours until firm to the touch.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 15g
- Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 16g