If you’re looking for a festive, melt-in-your-mouth treat that’s as easy to make as it is adorable, these Christmas Cream Cheese Mints are your holiday hero!

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Perfect for everything from cookie platters to edible gifts, these little bites of pepperminty joy are sure to steal the show at any Christmas gathering.

Plus, they’re so simple to make, you can whip them up faster than your teenagers can disappear with the last batch!

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Looking for more Christmas treat ideas? Be sure to check out these Grinch oreo balls, crockpot peanut clusters, cranberry candy or pretzel toffee.

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Why You’ll Love These Cream Cheese Mints

These little candies are the perfect combination of creamy, sweet, and refreshing. They’re like tiny bites of Christmas joy that melt in your mouth.

Plus, they’re versatile! You can tweak the colors, flavors, and shapes to fit any occasion—weddings, showers, you name it.

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Christmas Mints

My boys absolutely love these clever little treats and I love how fun they are to make and gift during the holidays! When they were little they even asked to help me make them, pressing the fork into each ball was their favorite part.

Ingredients

Here’s everything you’ll need for these dreamy cream cheese mints.

Cream cheese, room temperature – the smooth, creamy base that gives the mints their rich, velvety texture.
Powdered sugar (also known as confectioners sugar) – adds structure and sweetness to the mints.
Christmas sprinkles – a festive addition that adds a pop of holiday color and a delightful crunch.
Milk – a small touch of liquid to bring the ingredients together into a pliable dough.
Peppermint extract – the key to a refreshing burst of minty flavor that embodies the holiday spirit.

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Instructions

1. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream together the cream cheese and mint extract.

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2. Add 2 cups of powdered sugar and the milk. Mix until smooth and creamy.

3. Add the remaining powdered sugar and stir on low until combined.

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4. Fold in 2 tablespoons of sprinkles, but be careful not to over mix – the sprinkles tend to bleed their colors.

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5. Roll the mixture into small balls, if the dough is sticky, try refrigerating it for 10 minutes or dust your hands with powdered sugar.

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6. Pour the remaining sprinkles onto a small plate and roll the balls to coat them in festive cheer.

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7. Place the balls onto a parchment paper lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

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8. Press each ball flat using the tines of a fork. Aim for about 1/4 inch thickness.

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9. Let the mints dry on the counter for about an hour, then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze them for months of minty goodness.

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Tips and Tricks

Add a drop of gel food coloring to make pastel pink or green mints. Pastel colors are perfect for making wedding mints or baby shower mints!
Peppermint is a classic, but you can switch it up with vanilla extract, orange extract, almond extract or even butter rum for a unique flavor twist.
If your dough feels sticky, don’t panic. A quick chill in the refrigerator or a light dusting of confectioners sugar on your hands will save the day.
Not a fan of sprinkles? Use crushed candy canes for an extra festive and crunchy coating.
Want to get fancy? Press the dough into small silicone molds for intricate designs, or use cookie cutters for fun shapes.
Pack these mints into cute holiday tins or clear bags tied with a ribbon for a homemade gift that’s guaranteed to impress.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make these without a stand mixer?
Absolutely! While a stand mixer with a paddle attachment makes the process faster, you can use a large bowl and an electric mixer. Just make sure to add the powdered sugar slowly so that it doesn’t explode everywhere.

How long do these mints take to make?
The prep time is about 20 minutes, plus 30 minutes in the fridge and an hour to dry. The total time is less than 2 hours, and most of it is hands-off!

Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes! These mints can be stored in the fridge for up to a week or frozen for months. Perfect for prepping ahead for weddings, holidays, or baby showers.

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Whether you’re looking for a last-minute dessert, an edible gift, or a new recipe to try with your kids, these cream cheese butter mints are a no-fail favorite. Trust me, the hardest part will be keeping them from disappearing before the party starts.

My boys can clear a batch faster than you can say, “Save some for the guests!”

So grab your cream cheese, break out the sprinkles, and let’s get rolling. Christmas treats don’t get easier—or tastier—than this!

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