Butter Mints
(from emily8260’s recipe box)
Source: myrecipes.com
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Serves 240 people
Categories: candy
Ingredients
- 1/2 (8-ounce) package cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 (16-ounce) package powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
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Melt cream cheese and butter in large saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth. Gradually stir in powdered sugar; add peppermint and vanilla extracts, stirring until well blended.
- Divide cream cheese mixture into 10 (1/4-cup) portions; roll each into a 12-inch rope. Cut into 1/2-inch pieces. Let stand, uncovered, 4 hours or until firm.