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Sweet Orange Cream Cheese Mints

Sweet Orange Cream Cheese Mints for a Refreshing Treat

These Sweet Orange Cream Cheese Mints are a delightful homemade treat, perfect for any occasion with a bright citrus flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 mints
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Mint Base
  • 1 tbsp Butter (softened) Use unsalted butter for flavor consistency.
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese (at room temperature) Full-fat cream cheese is recommended.
Flavor
  • 1/2 tsp Orange Extract Adjust to taste as it is potent.
  • 1 tsp Fresh Grated Orange Peel Fresh zest elevates the flavor.
  • 1-2 drops Orange Gel Coloring Optional for color.
Sweetness
  • 4 cups Confectioners’ Sugar (sifted) Sifting prevents lumps for a smooth finish.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Parchment Paper
  • refrigerator

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by zesting the orange using a microplane or zester, avoiding the bitter white pith.
  2. Sift the confectioners’ sugar into a mixing bowl to eliminate lumps.
  3. In a large bowl, blend the cream cheese and butter until smooth using an electric mixer.
  4. Stir in the orange extract and grated orange zest, add gel coloring if desired.
  5. Gradually mix in the sifted confectioners’ sugar until a soft dough forms.
  6. Roll portions of dough into 1/2-inch balls and flatten with a fork on a parchment-lined sheet.
  7. Chill the shaped mints in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mintCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 20mgPotassium: 10mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 50IUCalcium: 10mg

Notes

These mints can be made in advance and stored in an airtight container for up to two weeks or frozen for longer storage.

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