No-Bake Mint Creams: Creamy, Minty, and Perfect for Gifting
Introduction
If you’re craving a sweet treat that’s both creamy and minty, these No-Bake Mint Creams are the answer. With just a few simple ingredients—cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and a dash of peppermint extract—these candies come together quickly and easily. The texture is smooth, rich, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, while the minty flavor gives them the perfect refreshing bite. Ideal for the holidays, baby showers, or as homemade gifts, these no-bake mint creams are sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
To make these creamy minty treats, gather the following ingredients:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened: The cream cheese gives these mints their smooth, creamy texture and rich flavor.
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened: The butter adds richness and helps bind the mixture together.
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar: Powdered sugar helps sweeten the mixture and gives it a soft, smooth consistency.
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract: This gives the mints their refreshing, cool minty flavor.
- Optional: 1 cup chocolate chips: For dipping, these are optional but add a nice chocolatey touch to the minty candies.
Instructions
Making these No-Bake Mint Creams is super simple. Just follow these easy steps: