Description
Delight in the festive spirit with these Grinch Christmas Cream Cheese Mints. Soft, creamy, and bursting with peppermint flavor, these vibrant green treats are perfect for holiday gatherings and make a charming gift.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
- 5 drops neon green food coloring
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- Red heart sprinkles
Instructions
- Mix Cream Cheese Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, unsalted butter, peppermint extract, and neon green food coloring. Mix thoroughly until smooth and evenly colored.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar, about ½ cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Continue until the mixture forms a dough-like consistency that is not sticky to the touch.
- Form Mints: Roll the dough into ½-inch balls and arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Shape and Decorate: Press each ball down gently with a fork to flatten slightly. Top each mint with a red heart sprinkle for a festive touch.
- Chill the Mints: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill for 1 hour to set before serving.
Notes
- For a stronger peppermint flavor, increase the peppermint extract to ½ teaspoon.
- This recipe yields approximately 40 mints, perfect for sharing or gifting.
- If the neon green coloring appears too yellow, add one drop of traditional green food coloring to achieve the desired vibrant hue.
- Store the mints in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to one year. When ready to enjoy, remove from the freezer one hour before serving to thaw.
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Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mint
- Calories: 70 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
