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Prep Time: 45 Minutes Cook Time: 60 Minutes |
Ready In: 105 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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These little candies are so easy to make and a staple for weddings, parties, and candy trays. Cook time is hardening time. Ingredients:
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened |
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract or 1/4 teaspoon almond extract |
3 cups confectioners' sugar |
green colored crystal sugar (optional) |
red colored crystal sugar (optional) |
Directions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and extract.
2. Beat in 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar.
3. Knead in remaining confectioners' sugar until smooth.
4. Shape into 1/2 inch balls.
5. Roll in colored sugar if desired.
6. Place on an ungreased baking sheet and flatten with a fork, or shape with a candy mold.
7. Let stand for 1 hour to harden.
8. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
9. Can also freeze these for up to 3 months in an airtight container on sheets of wax paper.
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