Mi Dana's Cream Cheese Mints

Mi Dana’s Cream Cheese Mints are a delightful and nostalgic treat perfect for weddings, baby showers, or holiday gatherings. These creamy, melt-in-your-mouth mints are made with simple ingredients like cream cheese, powdered sugar, and a touch of peppermint extract for a refreshing burst of flavor. Customize them with gel food coloring to match any theme, and add a charming texture by rolling in granulated sugar and shaping with a fork or mold. With no cooking required and a hands-on prep time of just 30 minutes, this easy, no-bake recipe yields approximately 50 mints—ideal for sharing or gifting. Their delicate flavor, vibrant color options, and versatility make them an irresistible addition to any dessert table.

Nutriscore Rating: 36/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 50

Ingredients

• 4 ounces Cream cheese
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3.5 cups Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Peppermint extract
• 0 Gel food coloring (optional)
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar (for rolling)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and unsalted butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 2

Gradually add the powdered sugar, about 1 cup at a time, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.

Step 3

Stir in the peppermint extract. Adjust the flavor to taste by adding a drop or two more extract if desired.

Step 4

If coloring the mints, divide the dough into separate portions and add a small amount of gel food coloring to each. Knead the food coloring into the dough until evenly distributed and the desired color is achieved.

Step 5

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper. Sprinkle granulated sugar onto a plate or shallow dish.

Step 6

Pinch off small amounts of dough and roll into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in the granulated sugar, then use a fork or a mold to flatten and shape the mints.

Step 7

Place the shaped mints on the prepared baking sheet. Allow them to air-dry at room temperature for 12-24 hours, flipping once halfway through drying to dry evenly.

Step 8

Once fully dry, store the mints in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks or in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(620.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2440.8

Total Fat 63.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 176.5mg	0%
Sodium 368.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 478.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 468.4g
Protein 7.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 120.7mg	0%
Iron 0.4mg	0%
Potassium 165.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.6%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 76.3%