Christmas Cream Cheese Mints (Print-Friendly Version)
Create festive cream cheese mints with mint extract, sprinkles, and creamy texture, perfect for Christmas gatherings or December parties. Simple, sweet, and one to keep handy.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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4 ounces cream cheese, softened
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4 cups powdered sugar, divided
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1/2 teaspoon mint extract
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1 tablespoon whole milk
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1/4 cup assorted holiday sprinkles, divided
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1/2 cup granulated sugar or additional powdered sugar
# How to Make It:
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In a medium mixing bowl, use a hand mixer on low speed to combine the softened cream cheese and mint extract until smooth.
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Add 2 cups of powdered sugar and the milk to the bowl. Blend on low until a smooth consistency is achieved. Avoid overmixing.
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Mix in 1 cup of powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of holiday sprinkles using the mixer on low speed.
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Knead in the remaining 1 cup of powdered sugar with your hands until the dough is uniform and smooth. If the dough is still tacky, gradually add a small amount of powdered sugar until it loses stickiness and can be shaped.
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In a small bowl, combine the granulated or extra powdered sugar with the remaining 2 tablespoons of holiday sprinkles, blending together.
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Divide dough and roll into 3/4-inch balls. Roll each ball in the sugar and sprinkle mixture to coat completely.
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Place the coated balls evenly spaced onto a baking sheet.
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Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the mints to firm.
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Once chilled, remove mints from the refrigerator and gently press each one with a fork to flatten.
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Allow mints to stand at room temperature briefly to slightly harden, then transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
# Extra Suggestions:
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To achieve a classic decorative look, use a fork to gently imprint a crisscross pattern when flattening the mints.