Cream Cheese Mints

By Cindy_Wicker

Ingredients

• 1 pkg. (3 oz.) cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 tsp. peppermint or almond extract
• 3 cups confectioner's sugar
• green or red colored sugar, optional

Preparation

Step 1

In a a small mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and extract. Beat in 1-1/2 cups confectioner's sugar. Knead in remaining confectioner's sugar until smooth. Shape into 1/2" balls. Roll in colored sugar if desired. Place on ungreased baking sheets and flatten with a fork. Let stand for 1 hour to harden. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.