Description
These Soft Christmas Peppermints are a delightful holiday treat that are easy to make and perfect for gifting. Creamy and minty, these homemade candies are sure to be a hit at any festive gathering.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Gel food coloring (red and green, optional)
- Granulated sugar (for rolling)
Ingredients:
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Add the peppermint extract and mix until incorporated.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition until a soft dough forms.
- Divide the dough into portions if using multiple colors, and knead in a small amount of gel food coloring until evenly tinted.
- Roll the dough into small balls (about 1/2 inch), then roll each ball in granulated sugar.
- Flatten slightly with the bottom of a glass or your thumb. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let the mints dry uncovered at room temperature for 24 hours, until firm on the outside but soft inside.
Notes
- These mints make great holiday gifts and can be customized with flavors like vanilla or almond.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mint
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
