Citrus Mints

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Ingredients

  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 pound powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Heat first 2 ingredients in a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is smooth. Remove from heat. Gradually add powdered sugar, stirring to blend. Stir in peppermint extract and zests. Divide mixture into 8 portions, and roll each into a 12-inch rope. Cut into 1/2-inch pieces. Let stand 4 hours.
  2. Cream Cheese Mints: Prepare recipe as directed, omitting peppermint extract and zests.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

414 kcal 21% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.7g 5% DV
Total Fat 32.4g 42% DV
Carbs 29.5g 11% DV
Fiber 2g 7% DV
Sugar 25.3g 51% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 117.3mg 5% DV
Potassium 170.8mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 97.5mg 33% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 128.5mcg 14% DV
Vitamin C 8mg 9% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg 1% DV
Calcium 78.8mg 6% DV
Iron 1.6mg 9% DV
Contains Milk

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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