Description
Homemade Christmas Peppermint Mints are the perfect no-bake holiday candy, made with cream cheese, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract. These festive mints are easy to make, customizable in color, and ideal for gifting, dessert trays, or enjoying with cocoa. A fun, gluten-free treat that adds a sweet, minty touch to your Christmas celebrations.
Ingredients
4 oz cream cheese, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
Food coloring (optional, red or green)
1 cup granulated sugar (for rolling, optional)
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
2. Add the peppermint extract and mix to combine.
3. Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing until a soft, pliable dough forms.
4. If desired, divide the dough and knead in food coloring until evenly tinted.
5. Roll small portions into balls or press into silicone molds. Flatten if desired.
6. Optional: roll each piece in granulated sugar for a frosted finish.
7. Place on a parchment-lined tray and let dry uncovered at room temperature for 12 hours.
8. Once firm, store in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate for longer freshness.
Notes
These are no-bake and gluten-free, making them perfect for quick holiday prep.
They make about 80 small mints—ideal for gifting or party trays.
Letting them dry overnight helps them set with the perfect texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mints
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 4mg