CREAM CHEESE MINTS

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My Mom showed me how to make these without a Kitchen Aide Stand Mixer. I'm so grateful for the modern mixer!

Provided by Lauri Myers

Categories     Candies

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
1 (2 lb) packages powdered sugar
10 -11 drops peppermint extract ( scant 1/4 tsp)
food coloring (optional)
granulated sugar ( for rolling)

Steps:

  • 1. Mixture will be dry.
  • 2. Mix ingredients in a bowl (best if use dough hooks on your mixer).
  • 3. Remove from bowl and knead.
  • 4. You may add food coloring if you desire.
  • 5. Roll in small balls and then roll the balls in granulated sugar.
  • 6. Press into molds or slightly flatten balls.
  • 7. Remove from mold.
  • 8. Lay on wax paper to dry at least overnight.
  • 9. Turn over and dry on other side.
  • 10. Usually dry 24 hrs on each side.
  • 11. If keeping longer than a couple of weeks, they need to be frozen. Makes 30 mints or 40 depending on the mold.

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