Comments on: Cream Cheese Mints https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/ Sweet, simple, and from-scratch dessert recipes Tue, 05 Mar 2024 19:59:37 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 By: Rodger True https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-4/#comment-321086 Tue, 05 Mar 2024 19:59:37 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-321086 Funny as it might sound, I’ve been looking for this recipe for years. At 74 years old I can remember the last time I had these was in the late 1950’s when my Mother and her sister made them around Christmas time. I will be looking forward to making a batch and enjoying them. I have always loved York peppermint patties and I know several of my grandchildren do as well. Maybe I’ll be able to introduce them to my Grandchildren at Easter this year. I remember them being made in the pastels just as shown.

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By: Donna Sweet https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-4/#comment-318454 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 02:51:45 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-318454 I made these without any problems. But when I made them in molds for a bridal shower, I left the hearts white and rolled the dough balls in red sanding sugar before putting them in the mold. The effect was glittery and so pretty.

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By: Ann https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-4/#comment-315676 Thu, 01 Feb 2024 03:55:08 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-315676 5 stars
Well, the taste is great so far. So far? Yes, I was misled by the picture and used the whole brick of 8oz instead of the 4oz in the recipe. I’m about up to 4 cups of powdered sugar, gonna put it in the frig for a bit. Luckily I have another sack of powdered sugar since I’ll probably have to double the recipe. But hey, I can freeze the extras, so all is good. I wonder if others did as I did, who are complaining they couldn’t get past the frosting consistency. I just know I’ll be using my stand mixer on the next batch & not my hand one!

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By: Sam https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-4/#comment-311998 Sun, 31 Dec 2023 02:40:21 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-311998 In reply to Julie.

Hi Julie! That’s very odd. You can try popping it in the fridge for about 15 minutes and see how the dough seems.

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By: Julie https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-4/#comment-311890 Sat, 30 Dec 2023 03:53:52 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-311890 These tasted so delicious! However, like several other’s mentioned, I could never get it past the frosting consistency. I even added 2 additional cups of powdered sugar. I’ve been cooking over 30 years, a lot of it with candy. I used exact measurements, used bar cream cheese (not low fat or fat free) and made sure the cheese and butter were softened. Not sure what we t wrong or if maybe there are some typos in the recipe but I’m not the only reporting to have this issue.

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By: Corita https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-4/#comment-310700 Sat, 23 Dec 2023 17:34:59 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-310700 In reply to Stephanie Wingard.

if it’s in a tub it’s possible it’s whipped cream cheese. With air incorporated I don’t think it would work in this recipe. In the U.S. the cream cheese comes it small ‘foil’ wrapped bricks and has an approximately slightly firmer texture than a brie.

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By: Patti https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-4/#comment-310557 Fri, 22 Dec 2023 17:32:54 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-310557 In reply to Stephanie Wingard.

Did you refrigerate the dough? After mixing it, you have to refrigerate so you can form the balls. I usually refrigerate the dough for two hours before making the mints

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By: Stephanie Wingard https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-4/#comment-310067 Tue, 19 Dec 2023 17:43:29 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-310067 Well, I live in Europe and the only phili cream cheese is in a giant tub. Unfortunately, no amount of sugar could get it to a dough consistency. Sitting here staring and wondering what I can make of this now. šŸ¤·šŸ»ā€ā™€ļø

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By: Sam https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-3/#comment-309222 Thu, 14 Dec 2023 02:05:39 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-309222 In reply to Maddy.

I’m so sorry Maddy but I have never had or heard of those mints. Maybe someone else who is familiar can chime in.

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By: Maddy https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-3/#comment-309193 Wed, 13 Dec 2023 22:20:48 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-309193 I am looking to make a homemade version of Allan Misty Mints… this looks quite similar but im not sure if cream cheese mints are the same thing. Any chance you know what im talking about and can weigh in! Thanks.

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By: Craig https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-3/#comment-308736 Sun, 10 Dec 2023 20:48:25 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-308736 5 stars
You can also add 4 TBS of dark Caribbean rum instead of peppermint and make rum mints.

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By: Sam https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-3/#comment-306470 Tue, 21 Nov 2023 19:59:26 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-306470 In reply to Jean.

I think that would be delicious! A quality baker’s bar would probably be fine melted on its own, but if using chocolate chips I’d thin it with a small bit (less than a teaspoon) of oil. Enjoy!

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By: Jean https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-3/#comment-306441 Tue, 21 Nov 2023 15:51:33 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-306441 What do you think about leaving out the coloring and dipping the mints in melted chocolate? Would plain chocolate (candy bars, or chips) work or should I add a drop of canola oil?
Thanks so much. I’m really looking forward to trying these!

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By: Cherie https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-3/#comment-305093 Wed, 08 Nov 2023 19:12:34 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-305093 5 stars
These are so good! Made exactly as directed. Thanks for the recipe. ā¤ļø

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By: Sam https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-3/#comment-300763 Fri, 22 Sep 2023 02:01:20 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-300763 In reply to Brittany.

I’m so glad you enjoyed them so much, Brittany! $25 is a lot of money for some cream cheese mints! PHEW! It’s always better to make them at home anyway. šŸ™‚

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By: Brittany https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-3/#comment-300707 Thu, 21 Sep 2023 12:52:09 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-300707 5 stars
I had been craving these mints for wks. Ppl are selling them for $25-35 online for three dozen. Because Iā€™m cheap I decided to just make them which since I had everything on hand only cost me $5 for the peppermint extract. I used my kitchen aid pulser and they turned out AMAZING! Let them dry on the counter for an hr then put them in a tub in the fridge. Had a couple this am and they are delicious, very creamy and smooth šŸ¤¤ literally made my mouth water. Only thing Iā€™m going to change next time I make them is using a lil less peppermint. Definitely want to try these with lemon extract like one of the previous reviews uses šŸ˜€

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By: Sam https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-3/#comment-294915 Fri, 14 Jul 2023 02:31:47 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-294915 In reply to Ann Berggren.

Hi Ann! These should be fine outside. If it’s really warm they may get a bit sticky. If you are concerned about it you could potentially just keep them in a cooler on ice until it’s time to serve them. šŸ™‚

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By: Ann Berggren https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-3/#comment-294734 Wed, 12 Jul 2023 01:36:54 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-294734 Will be surprising my niece for her wedding with the mints. July 29th, on Lake Michigan, outdoor of course. Will have a pavilion for shade. Thoughts on how to keep them cool? Or will I need to worry about it? Thank you!

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By: Sam https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-3/#comment-292408 Mon, 12 Jun 2023 20:52:04 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-292408 In reply to Debbie Threatt.

Hi Debbie! They should stay pretty firm so they may have needed just a little more sugar. I’m glad you still enjoyed them! šŸ™‚

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By: Debbie Threatt https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-3/#comment-292085 Thu, 08 Jun 2023 02:54:09 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-292085 5 stars
Easy to follow recipe and they turned out perfect and delicious but I dried them in the fridge like you recommended for 2 hours, turning them over to dry both sides and then boxed them up. I had a few leftover for us and I noticed when they sit out for 10 to 15 minutes, they get soft. Is that correct?

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By: Emily @ Sugar Spun Run https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-3/#comment-290244 Fri, 12 May 2023 15:26:22 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-290244 In reply to Penny.

Hi Penny! We actually address this within the post šŸ˜Š

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By: Penny https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-3/#comment-290236 Fri, 12 May 2023 15:02:08 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-290236 How long will they keep if you make ahead of time? And I am assuming you have to keep in refrigerator?

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By: Sam https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-3/#comment-289207 Thu, 20 Apr 2023 01:17:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-289207 In reply to Kayla.

I’m so glad you enjoyed them, Kayla! šŸ™‚

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By: Kayla https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-3/#comment-289204 Thu, 20 Apr 2023 00:06:54 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-289204 5 stars
This was quick and easy. I need a recipe for toast and this was the equivalent. I used a kitchen aid mixer. Creamy and dreamy. I used wintergreen flavoring. Pink food coloring. Chilled in fridge. Rolled into balls. Let stand. Flipped. Let stand. Flipped and ate! Delish! Thank you!!

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By: Sam https://sugarspunrun.com/cream-cheese-mints/comment-page-3/#comment-288857 Wed, 12 Apr 2023 14:59:32 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=18937#comment-288857 In reply to Rhonda.

Hi Rhonda! It will make about 100 if doubled. šŸ™‚

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