Creamsicle Orange Cream Cheese Mints

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Created on September 6th, 2025 at 10:00 am

A No-Bake Citrus Treat for Holidays & Parties!

These Creamsicle Orange Cream Cheese Mints are the easiest no-bake treat you’ll make this season! Bursting with nostalgic citrus flavor and creamy sweetness, they’re perfect for gifting, party trays, or a little pop of joy after dinner. With just 5 simple ingredients, this recipe comes together in under 20 minutes — no oven needed! The texture is smooth and rich like butter mints, but with a fresh orange twist that makes them irresistible. Plus, you can customize the colors and shapes for any celebration. Whether you’re making them for Christmas, baby showers, or a spring brunch, these orange cream cheese mints will disappear fast!

⏱️ Time Breakdown

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chilling Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 40 pieces

📝 Ingredients List

4 oz softened cream cheese
1 tbsp butter, softened
½ tsp orange extract (or orange oil flavoring)
4 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp fresh orange zest
1–2 drops orange food coloring (optional)

✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

Mixing bowls
Measuring cups & spoons
Rubber spatula or wooden spoon
Hand mixer or stand mixer
Microplane or zester
Parchment paper
Baking sheet
Fork (for pressing shapes)

🍬 Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

Prep ingredients
Soften the cream cheese and butter by microwaving them for 20 seconds. You want them soft, not melted. Zest your orange for that bright, citrusy flavor. 🍊
Mix base
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, butter, orange extract, and orange zest. Beat until smooth and fully combined.
Add powdered sugar
Gradually mix in powdered sugar, ½ cup at a time, until the dough is thick and not sticky. It should resemble playdough in texture.
Add color (optional)
If you’d like a pop of orange, add 1–2 drops of food coloring and mix until fully incorporated.
Shape mints
Roll dough into ½-inch balls, place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and gently flatten each one with a fork for that signature look. 🧡
Chill and set
Refrigerate the mints for 1–2 hours until firm. They’ll be soft inside but hold their shape beautifully. Enjoy!

💡 Pro Tips

Storage: Store mints in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Make them festive: Divide the dough and color sections red and green for Christmas, pastels for baby showers, or pink for Valentine’s Day.
Shape it up: Use mini cookie cutters for hearts, trees, or stars! Lightly flour or spray cutters to prevent sticking.
Gift idea: Add these to cellophane treat bags or small tins for homemade party favors or edible gifts. 🎁

📊 Nutrition Table

Serving Size	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat	Fiber	Sugar
1 piece	55	0.2g	12g	1g	0.01g	12g

Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.