Description
No-bake peppermint balls that combine creamy and minty perfection, perfect for festive occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup crushed peppermint candies
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup white chocolate, melted (optional for coating)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine crushed peppermint candies and softened cream cheese until well mixed.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until a dough forms.
- Scoop out small portions and roll them into balls, aiming for one inch in diameter.
- If desired, dip each ball in melted white chocolate for an elegant coating.
- Place the peppermint balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate until set, about 30 minutes.
- Once set, serve and enjoy!
Notes
For the best results, make sure to chill your peppermint balls to allow the flavors to meld and solidify.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg