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4.64 from 86 votes

Christmas Cream Cheese Mints

Cream cheese mints are a fantastic no bake alternative for a quick and fun appetizer or dessert that everyone loves. Cream cheese mints are so easy to make that they can be whipped up and ready to serve in 30 minutes. 
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Dry on Counter30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 30 minutes
Course: Dessert Recipes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 60 mints
Calories: 38kcal
Author: Trisha Haas - Salty Side Dish

Ingredients

  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar divided
  • 1/2 tsp mint extract
  • 1 tbsp milk
  • 1/4 cup holiday sprinkles divided
  • 1/2 cup granulated or powdered sugar

Instructions

  • Using a hand mixer on low, combine cream cheese and mint extract in medium mixing bowl.
  • Blend in 2 cups powdered sugar and milk until smooth. DO NOT OVERMIX.
  • Add 1 cup powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons sprinkles. Mix on low.
  • Knead in remaining cup of powdered sugar using hands until dough is consistent and smooth. If you dough is still too sticky, add powdered sugar until its no longer sticky and can be formed into a tiny ball.
  • In a separate small bowl, combine sugar and 2 tablespoons sprinkles.
  • Shape dough into 3/4-inch balls and roll in sugar combination.
  • Place balls onto a baking sheet.
  • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Remove from refrigerator and flatten gently with a fork.
  • You can now leave mints on the counter to harden slightly and then move to an airtight container. Store mints in refrigerator.

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Notes

Please note that the AMOUNT of mints you get out of this recipe depends on how small or large the final mint is. We estimate 60-80. 

Nutrition

Serving: 5Servings | Calories: 38kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 3mg | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 26IU | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg