Crème Mints are a delightful, no-bake candy treat made from simple pantry ingredients. These soft, melt-in-your-mouth confections originated in mid-20th-century American kitchens, where convenience met creativity. Often tinted in pastel shades and served at weddings, showers, and holidays, these homemade mints are both nostalgic and versatile. They're creamy, lightly sweetened, and infused with refreshing mint flavor, perfect for gifting or sharing at gatherings. With a creamy base of cream cheese and powdered sugar, the recipe is endlessly customizable with colors and flavors.
Ingredients
- 3 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 ½ cups powdered sugar
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- mint flavoring (to taste)
- food coloring (as desired)
Instructions
Step 1: Mix Base Ingredients
- In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 2: Add Sugar
- Gradually add powdered sugar, stirring until a dough-like consistency forms.
Step 3: Add Flavor and Color
- Mix in mint flavoring to taste and a few drops of food coloring until well combined.
Step 4: Shape and Chill
- Roll into small balls, then flatten with a fork or mold into shapes.
- Place on a tray lined with parchment paper and chill until firm (about 1 hour).
Tips
- Use gel food coloring for vibrant results without altering texture.
- Substitute mint with lemon or almond extract for variation.
- Roll in granulated sugar before shaping for a sparkly finish.
- Use silicone candy molds for fun shapes.
Nutrition
Calories: 49kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 0.2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.04gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 9mgPotassium: 4mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 38IUCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.01mg
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