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Orange Cream Cheese Mints

Delicious Orange Cream Cheese Mints to Brighten Your Day

These Orange Cream Cheese Mints are a delightful no-bake dessert, easy to make and perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 24 mints
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mints
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened at room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons Butter softened
  • 1 teaspoon Orange Extract or Orange Oil start with a small amount
  • 4 cups Confectioners' Sugar add gradually
  • 1 tablespoon Finely Grated Orange Peel use fresh peel
  • 1 drop Orange Gel Coloring optional

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • microplane
  • Hand Mixer
  • Parchment paper
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Orange Cream Cheese Mints
  1. Soften the cream cheese and butter by microwaving them together for about 20 seconds on low power.
  2. Grate the orange peel using a microplane to add zest to the mints.
  3. Mix the softened cream cheese, butter, orange extract, and freshly grated orange peel until smooth.
  4. Gradually incorporate the confectioners' sugar until the mixture is smooth and forms a dough.
  5. Add orange gel coloring if desired, mixing until the color is evenly distributed.
  6. Scoop small portions of the dough, roll them into balls, and flatten slightly with a fork.
  7. Refrigerate the mints for at least 1 hour to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mintCalories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 20mgPotassium: 15mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mg

Notes

Ensure both cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for the best texture. Store mints in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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