David and I hosted a delicious dinner at my parents' house after our outdoor ceremony at a scenic spot. Our guests appreciated a tray of pretty, refreshing mints after the hearty meal. These mints are easy to make and have wonderful homemade flavor.
Homemade Mints
Homemade Mints
Prep Time
30 min
Yield
about 12-1/2 dozen
Ingredients
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon mint extract
- 6-2/3 cups confectioners' sugar
- Red, green and yellow food coloring
- Sugar
Directions
- In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and mint extract until smooth. Gradually beat in as much confectioners' sugar as possible; knead in remaining confectioners' sugar.
- Divide mixture into four portions. Tint one pink, one green and one yellow, leaving one portion white. For each color, shape into 1/2-in. balls. Dip one side of each ball into sugar. Press sugared side into small candy molds; unmold and place on waxed paper. Let stand 1 hour or until dry before storing in airtight containers; refrigerate. May be stored for up to 1 week before serving.
Nutrition Facts
3 each: 79 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 14mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
Loading Popular in the Community
Loading Reviews
