Created on September 22nd, 2025 at 06:18 pm
Melt-in-Your-Mouth & Made for Gifting
These homemade cream cheese mints are a delightful no-bake treat you’ll love making again and again. Light, creamy, and subtly sweet with a cool peppermint finish, they’re the perfect dessert to serve at family gatherings, celebration tables, or to wrap up as charming edible gifts. 💚 Use any colors to match the season — think soft pastels for spring or bold hues for a festive look. This simple make-ahead recipe is just right for Ramadan trays, Eid favors, baby showers, or anytime you want to share a little sweetness.
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These dreamy little mints are beautiful, nostalgic, and surprisingly easy. You only need five ingredients and no oven. From holiday platters to thoughtful handmade gifts, these versatile sweets check all the boxes. You can color, flavor, and shape them your way, making them ideal for everything from fancy dessert boards to wedding trays. Whether you’re prepping for a seasonal feast or just want a quick, fun kitchen activity with the kids, this recipe brings the joy!
⏱️ Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Drying Time: 24 hours
- Total Time: 15 minutes active, overnight set
- Servings: 36 mints
📝 Ingredients List
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 5 cups powdered sugar
- Food coloring (gel or paste preferred)
✨ 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
- Hand or stand mixer
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Spatula or wooden spoon
- Parchment paper
- Icing bag or ziplock bag
- Airtight container (for storage)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
- Mix Base: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter, and peppermint extract until creamy and smooth.
- Add Sugar: Slowly mix in powdered sugar until a stiff dough forms.
- Color It: Divide the dough and add gel food coloring a little at a time.
- Shape the Mints:
- Option 1: Roll into small balls, then flatten with a fork.
- Option 2: Pipe small shapes using a piping bag or ziplock with corner snipped.
- Dry Time: Let them air dry on a parchment-lined tray for 24 hours to firm up.
- Store: Keep refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.
✨ Tip: Use pastel shades for spring events or bold reds and greens for festive decor!
💡 Pro Tips
- Use gel or paste coloring to avoid watering down the dough.
- Try different extracts: Vanilla, lemon, or rose for fun flavor twists.
- Perfect for freezing: Freeze in layers with parchment and thaw before serving.
- Make ahead: These store beautifully, so prep early for events.
- Shape Ideas: Use small fondant molds for stars, hearts, or flowers! 🌸
📊 Nutrition Table
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mint | 55 | 0.5g | 9g | 2g | 0g | 8g |
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.
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