Melt-In-Your-Mouth Cream Mints
These Easy Old Fashioned Cream Cheese Mints are a delightful treat that melts in your mouth. With a short ingredient list and simple steps, you can easily recreate this nostalgic recipe and impress your friends and family with pure, minty bliss.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Electric mixer (handheld or stand mixer)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Sifter
- Parchment paper or silicone mat
- Cookie sheet
- Rolling Pin
- Small cookie cutters (optional)
- Clean surface for rolling
- Airtight container for storage
Ingredients
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Gel food coloring optional
- Granulated sugar for coating, optional
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Add the peppermint extract and mix until evenly distributed.
- If using food coloring, add a drop or two at a time until you reach your desired color.
- Lightly dust a clean surface with powdered sugar.
- Turn the dough out onto the prepared surface and gently knead it a few times to bring it together.
- Roll the dough out to about 1/4-inch thickness. If the dough is too sticky, chill it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
- Use small cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes, or roll the dough into small balls (about 1/2 inch in diameter) and flatten them slightly with a fork.
- If you want to coat your mints in granulated sugar, gently roll each cut-out in the sugar before placing it on the prepared baking sheet.
- Carefully transfer the cut-out mints to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Let the mints sit at room temperature for several hours, or preferably overnight, to allow them to dry and harden slightly.
- Once the mints are set, store them in an airtight container at room temperature.
Notes
For best results, ensure your cream cheese and butter are properly softened before mixing. Sifting the powdered sugar is crucial for a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Store the mints in an airtight container at room temperature; they will keep for several weeks. If the dough is too sticky, add more powdered sugar; if it's too dry, add a touch of softened butter or milk, one teaspoon at a time. Experiment with different extracts like spearmint, lemon, or orange for flavor variations.