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Sweet Orange Cream Cheese Mints

Sweet Orange Cream Cheese Mints That Melt in Your Mouth

These Sweet Orange Cream Cheese Mints are soft, creamy treats that refresh your palate after any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 24 mints
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 30
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mixture
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Full-fat, at room temperature
  • 1/2 tsp Orange Extract Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Grated Orange Peel Freshly zested
  • 1 cup Butter Softened
For Sweetness
  • 4 cups Confectioners' Sugar Sifted
For Color (Optional)
  • 1-2 drops Orange Gel Coloring

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by zesting one orange in a fine grater, avoiding the white pith.
  2. Sift 4 cups of confectioners' sugar into a bowl and set aside.
  3. Combine 4 oz of softened cream cheese and softened butter using an electric mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add 1/2 teaspoon of orange extract and grated orange peel, stirring until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually introduce confectioners' sugar in three additions, mixing on low speed for about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Roll the dough into 1/2-inch balls and flatten them slightly with a fork.
  7. Chill the mints on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 1 hour in the refrigerator.
  8. Transfer the mints to an airtight container for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mintCalories: 30kcalCarbohydrates: 5gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 10mgPotassium: 10mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 2mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Proper storage maintains flavor and texture.

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