{"id":1214,"date":"2022-12-17T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-12-17T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2022\/12\/17\/cream-cheese-mints-the-recipe-critic\/"},"modified":"2022-12-17T13:00:00","modified_gmt":"2022-12-17T13:00:00","slug":"cream-cheese-mints-the-recipe-critic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2022\/12\/17\/cream-cheese-mints-the-recipe-critic\/","title":{"rendered":"Cream Cheese Mints &#8211; The Recipe Critic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"disclosure\"><em>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">privacy policy<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1599\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"This classic and timeless Cream Cheese Mint is the perfect melt-in-your-mouth candy to make for your next party. They are creamy and sweet with a hint of mint flavor that is so refreshing, you'll want to eat them again and again!\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p>This classic and timeless Cream Cheese Mint is the perfect melt-in-your-mouth candy to make for your next party. They are creamy and sweet with a hint of mint flavor that is so refreshing, you\u2019ll want to eat them again and again!<\/p>\n<p>I am a huge fan of making candy at home. Especially easy recipes where you don\u2019t need a candy thermometer (like this <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/reeses-fudge\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Reese\u2019s fudge<\/a>). I just love sharing sweets with friends and family! If you love making candy, you\u2019ve got to try this hard-to-resist <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-potato-candy\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Irish potato candy<\/a> and this scrumptious <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/peanut-butter-pinwheel-candy\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">peanut butter pinwheel candy<\/a>!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"1000\" alt=\"Cream cheese mints in red, green, yellow, and blue all lined up on a parchment paper.\" class=\"wp-image-196834\" title=\"This classic and timeless Cream Cheese Mint is the perfect melt-in-your-mouth candy to make for your next party. They are creamy and sweet with a hint of mint flavor that is so refreshing, you'll want to eat them again and again!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-750x1000.jpg 750w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-375x500.jpg 375w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-150x200.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cream-cheese-mints\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cream Cheese Mints\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-750x1000.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-750x1000.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-750x1000.jpg\" alt=\"Cream cheese mints in red, green, yellow, and blue all lined up on a parchment paper.\" class=\"wp-image-196834\" title=\"This classic and timeless Cream Cheese Mint is the perfect melt-in-your-mouth candy to make for your next party. They are creamy and sweet with a hint of mint flavor that is so refreshing, you'll want to eat them again and again!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-750x1000.jpg 750w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-375x500.jpg 375w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-150x200.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cream-cheese-mints\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cream Cheese Mints\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-750x1000.jpg\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"h-cream-cheese-mints-recipe\">Cream Cheese Mints Recipe<\/h2>\n<p>This cream cheese mint recipe is a classic for a reason. They are so smooth and creamy on the inside, and have the perfect amount of mint flavor to refresh you. They are so fun to make too! I had a lot of fun making these mints with my kids, and they are really hard to get wrong. You can color them in so many different ways. I like to separate the cream cheese batter into different bowls so that I can make 3 or 4 colors.<\/p>\n<p>If you have never tried a cream cheese mint you are in for a treat! My grandma used to make them, and they have always been a favorite of mine, along with <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/peanut-butter-pinwheel-candy\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">peanut butter pinwheel candy<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/homemade-toffee\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">toffee<\/a>. They are easier to make than <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/homemade-caramels\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">caramels<\/a>, and people love them just as much! I have made these mints for weddings, Christmas, baby showers, Easter, graduation parties, the list goes on. They are perfect for any and all occasions!<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-ingredients\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n<p>You only need a few simple ingredients to make these delicious cream cheese mints. They are so simple to make, and you will have them whipped up in minutes! They are a classic candy that you will really enjoy making with friends and family. You can find exact measurements below in the recipe card.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cream Cheese:<\/strong> This is a key ingredient. It gives structure to the mint, along with a tangy sweet flavor that you can\u2019t leave out!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salted Butter:<\/strong> I like to use salted butter because this recipe is really sweet. You could use unsalted butter and add salt back in if you prefer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Powdered Sugar:<\/strong> Confectioners sugar helps to balance out the tangy flavors in the cream cheese. It makes the mint taste a little like frosting, it\u2019s so yummy!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Peppermint Extract:<\/strong> This is what gives the mint it\u2019s minty flavor. You really have to include this ingredient!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vanilla Extract:<\/strong> Vanilla extract helps to bring out all of the delicious flavors in this mint. It also adds a little vanilla flavor that helps to balance out the sugar flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Almond Extract:<\/strong> Almond extract is a strong flavor that is almost fruity. If you like marzipan, you\u2019ll love almond extract in these mints. You could also leave it out if you aren\u2019t a fan of almond.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gel Food Coloring:<\/strong> This is what gives the mints their colors. If you are hosting a baby shower, you could choose pink and blue. Just use whatever colors fit the day, or whatever your favorite colors are! You could also leave them out altogether if you just wanted plain white mints. You can add a liquid food coloring if that\u2019s all you have on hand, just be careful to not add to much extra moisture to the batter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" alt=\"Process photos showing the batter being made in a glass bowl, then separated and colored, then dipped in powdered sugar and rolled, then pressed into shape.\" class=\"wp-image-196840\" title=\"This classic and timeless Cream Cheese Mint is the perfect melt-in-your-mouth candy to make for your next party. They are creamy and sweet with a hint of mint flavor that is so refreshing, you'll want to eat them again and again!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-1000x1000.png 1000w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-250x250.png 250w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-150x150.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cream-cheese-mints\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cream Cheese Mints\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-1000x1000.png\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-1000x1000.png\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-1000x1000.png\" alt=\"Process photos showing the batter being made in a glass bowl, then separated and colored, then dipped in powdered sugar and rolled, then pressed into shape.\" class=\"wp-image-196840\" title=\"This classic and timeless Cream Cheese Mint is the perfect melt-in-your-mouth candy to make for your next party. They are creamy and sweet with a hint of mint flavor that is so refreshing, you'll want to eat them again and again!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-1000x1000.png 1000w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-250x250.png 250w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cream-cheese-mints\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cream Cheese Mints\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-1000x1000.png\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-make-cream-cheese-mints\">How to Make Cream Cheese Mints<\/h2>\n<p>These cream cheese mints are perfect for any occasion! They are a classic treat that everyone gets excited about. I can\u2019t help but smile when I see how happy these candies make people, because they are so easy to make!<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-make-the-cream-cheese-mints\">Make the Cream Cheese Mints<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Beat:<\/strong> In a large bowl with a hand mixer, or a stand mixer fitted with a paddle, beat your cream cheese and butter together until creamy and well combined.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mix: <\/strong>Reduce mixing speed to low, and gradually add 3 cups of your powdered sugar in, \u00bc cup at a time. Once the 4 cups of powdered sugar has been incorporated, add your mint and vanilla extracts, mix until combined.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add Sugar: <\/strong>Gradually add in the remaining 2 cups of powdered sugar until your dough is completely smooth and well mixed.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 id=\"h-color-and-shape\">Color and Shape<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Divide and Color:<\/strong> Divide your mixture into bowls, for as many colors as you are going to use. Add a small amount of food coloring to each bowl and stir together until your desired color has been reached and all the food coloring has been mixed in.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cool:<\/strong> Cover and refrigerate the mixtures for about an hour, you want it to firm up a bit so it is easier to handle. While the candy is cooling, line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper and dust with powdered sugar.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shape: <\/strong>Once the candy has cooled for an hour you can begin to form your individual mints. Pinch off or scoop out about a teaspoon of candy mixture, toss in a bowl of powdered sugar to coat and roll between your hands to form a ball. Place balls on the parchment lined cookie sheet and using the tines of a fork to slightly flatten them and leave an indent in the top. Repeat until all the candy has been used.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Harden:<\/strong> Allow the mints to harden at room temperature for at least 3 hours before enjoying. They can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"1000\" alt=\"A close up of the red and green mints in a scalloped dish.\" class=\"wp-image-196835\" title=\"This classic and timeless Cream Cheese Mint is the perfect melt-in-your-mouth candy to make for your next party. They are creamy and sweet with a hint of mint flavor that is so refreshing, you'll want to eat them again and again!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-4-750x1000.jpg 750w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-4-375x500.jpg 375w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-4-150x200.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cream-cheese-mints\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cream Cheese Mints\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-4-750x1000.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-4-750x1000.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-4-750x1000.jpg\" alt=\"A close up of the red and green mints in a scalloped dish.\" class=\"wp-image-196835\" title=\"This classic and timeless Cream Cheese Mint is the perfect melt-in-your-mouth candy to make for your next party. They are creamy and sweet with a hint of mint flavor that is so refreshing, you'll want to eat them again and again!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-4-750x1000.jpg 750w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-4-375x500.jpg 375w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-4-150x200.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cream-cheese-mints\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cream Cheese Mints\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-4-750x1000.jpg\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content\">\n<h3 id=\"h-tips-for-making-cream-cheese-mints\">Tips for Making Cream Cheese Mints<\/h3>\n<p>These mints are so simple to make! Once you make them for yourself, you will pick up your own little tips and tricks to make the recipe your own. Here are a few tips from my years of experience!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Prevent Sticking: <\/strong> Be sure to roll the balls of candy into powdered sugar before pressing them into molds. This prevents them from sticking as you shape them.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Decorating Tips: <\/strong>These mints are decorated by using the technique I mentioned in this recipe with the tines of a fork, but you can press them any way you\u2019d like. You can gently press them with the bottom of a cup for a smooth finish, but you can use any tool to create many different designs! These mints also work great being pressed into candy molds for more detailed designs. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Best Fresh:<\/strong> These are best enjoyed fresh but they can be kept in the fridge and freezer to store for longer periods of time.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Customize:<\/strong> The beauty of these mints is how easily customizable they are. You can color them for any occasion. Decorate the top to fit any theme. They are a great treat to bring to any gathering!\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"1000\" alt=\"A hand holding a pink cream cheese mint above a platter of other mints.\" class=\"wp-image-196833\" title=\"This classic and timeless Cream Cheese Mint is the perfect melt-in-your-mouth candy to make for your next party. They are creamy and sweet with a hint of mint flavor that is so refreshing, you'll want to eat them again and again!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-2-750x1000.jpg 750w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-2-375x500.jpg 375w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-2-150x200.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cream-cheese-mints\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cream Cheese Mints\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-2-750x1000.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-2-750x1000.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-2-750x1000.jpg\" alt=\"A hand holding a pink cream cheese mint above a platter of other mints.\" class=\"wp-image-196833\" title=\"This classic and timeless Cream Cheese Mint is the perfect melt-in-your-mouth candy to make for your next party. They are creamy and sweet with a hint of mint flavor that is so refreshing, you'll want to eat them again and again!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-2-750x1000.jpg 750w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-2-375x500.jpg 375w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-2-150x200.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cream-cheese-mints\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cream Cheese Mints\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cream-cheese-mints-2-750x1000.jpg\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout\"><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__content\">\n<h3>Storing Leftovers<\/h3>\n<p>These mints are definitely best when fresh, but you can store them or make them ahead of time if you need to. Here are my tips for storing your cream cheese mints.<\/p>\n<p><strong>In the Refrigerator:<\/strong> They will stay fresh in the refrigerator when stored in an<a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/rubbermaid-10pc-brilliance-leak-proof-food-storage-containers-with-airtight-lids\/-\/A-51097873#lnk=sametab\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> airtight container<\/a> for up to two weeks! You can also freeze this recipe, so if you make a large batch for a big party they can be frozen in a Ziploc bag for up to three months.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-leftovers-callout --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-related-posts layout-beta\">\n<div class=\"block-related-posts__inner\">\n<header>\n<h3 class=\"block-related-posts__title\">Other Candy Recipes to Try<\/h3>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"block-related-posts__content\">\n<p>I love making candy, especially easy recipes that my whole family can join in on. It is so fun to sit around the counter and decorate while building lasting memories. I remember doing it with my grandma, and I\u2019m lucky my kids enjoy it too! Here are some of my favorite candy recipes that your whole family will enjoy!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-related-posts__posts --><\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-related-posts__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-related-posts --><\/p>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-196866\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"196866\" data-servings=\"50\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-trc-edit\"> <!-- .wprm-template-trc-header --><\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-196866-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"196866\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-196866-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>In a large bowl with a hand mixer, or a stand mixer fitted with a paddle, beat your cream cheese and butter together until creamy and well combined.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-196866-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Reduce mixing speed to low, gradually add 3 cups of your powdered sugar in, \u00bc cup at a time. Once the 4 cups of powdered sugar has been incorporated, add your mint and vanilla extracts, mix until combined.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-196866-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Gradually add in the remaining 2 cups of powdered sugar until your mixture is completely smooth and well mixed.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-196866-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Divide your mixture into bowls, for as many colors as you are going to use. Add a small amount of food coloring to each bowl and stir together until your desired color has been reached and all the food coloring has been mixed in.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-196866-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Cover and refrigerate the mixtures for about an hour, you want it to firm up a bit so it is easier to handle. While the candy is cooling, line a baking sheet with parchment and dust with powdered sugar.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-196866-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Once the candy has cooled for an hour you can begin to form your individual mints. Pinch off or scoop out about a teaspoon of candy mixture, toss in a bowl of powdered sugar to coat and roll between your hands to form a ball. Place balls on the parchment lined pans and using the tines of a fork to slightly flatten them and leave an indent in the top. Repeat until all the candy has been used.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-196866-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Allow the mints to harden at room temperature for at least 3 hours before enjoying. They can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr\/>\n<hr\/>\n<p class=\"wprm-servings\">Serves: <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-196866 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-disabled wprm-block-text-normal\" data-initial-servings=\"\" data-recipe=\"196866\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">50<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Calories<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">3263<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">kcal<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (163%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Carbohydrates<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">613<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (204%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Protein<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">14<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (28%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Fat<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">89<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (137%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Saturated Fat<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">53<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (265%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Polyunsaturated Fat<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Monounsaturated Fat<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">23<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Trans Fat<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">0.5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Cholesterol<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">259<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (86%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Sodium<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">815<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (34%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Potassium<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">332<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (9%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Sugar<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">597<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (663%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Vitamin A<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">3396<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">IU<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (68%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Calcium<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">231<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (23%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Iron<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (6%)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"small\"><em>All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household.<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-table-borders-none wprm-recipe-table-borders-inside\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Dessert<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-cuisine-label\">Cuisine <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine wprm-block-text-normal\">American<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-keyword-label\">Keyword <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-keyword wprm-block-text-normal\">candy, cream cheese mints<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"cp-load-after-post\"\/><\/div>\n<p><script type=\"rocketlazyloadscript\">\n\t\t\t!function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s){if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\n\t\t\tn.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;\n\t\t\tn.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\n\t\t\tt.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window,\n\t\t\tdocument,'script','https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js' );\n\t\t\tfbq( \"init\", 1748581388781497 );\t\t\t<\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cream-cheese-mints\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. 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