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Sweet Orange Cream Cheese Mints

Sweet Orange Cream Cheese Mints That Melt in Your Mouth

Delightful Sweet Orange Cream Cheese Mints are a no-bake candy perfect for holidays and gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 24 mints
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 2 tablespoons softened butter Use softened for smooth blending.
  • 4 ounces cream cheese Full-fat preferred for rich texture.
Flavor
  • ½ teaspoon orange extract Start with a small amount.
  • 1 tablespoon grated orange peel Use fresh zest for best flavor.
Color
  • 1 drop orange gel coloring Optional for bright visual appeal.
Sweetness
  • 2 cups confectioners’ sugar Sift before use for smooth texture.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Fine-Mesh Strainer
  • Hand Mixer
  • Measuring spoons
  • microplane
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Begin by zesting a fresh orange using a microplane to get about 1 tablespoon of zest.
  2. Sift 2 cups of confectioners’ sugar through a fine mesh strainer.
  3. Combine 4 ounces of softened cream cheese and 2 tablespoons of softened butter in a medium bowl; mix until creamy.
  4. Add ½ teaspoon of orange extract and the prepared orange zest; mix gently.
  5. Gradually incorporate the sifted confectioners’ sugar, mixing until the dough holds its shape.
  6. Roll the dough into small ½-inch balls, flattening slightly with a fork.
  7. Refrigerate the mints for 1 hour to firm up.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mintCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 8gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 20mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 7gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 5mg

Notes

Sift confectioners’ sugar to prevent lumps. Adjust orange extract to taste. Chill dough if sticky for easier shaping. Freeze for up to 3 months.

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