Soft Christmas Peppermints

• servings: one portion
• total time: 5 hours 30 minutes

Ingredients

3 cups powdered sugar

3 tbsp softened butter

3 tbsp cream cheese

1/2 tsp peppermint extract

Red gel food coloring

Extra powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

- In a bowl, beat butter and cream cheese until smooth.

- Add peppermint extract and gradually mix in powdered sugar until a soft dough forms.

- Divide dough into two parts; tint one portion with red gel coloring.

- Roll each color into ropes, twist them together, and roll to blend lightly.

- Slice into rounds, dust with powdered sugar, and let dry for 2–3 hours before serving.

Macros Summary:

Protein: 0 g

Carbs: 14 g

Fat: 1 g

Calories: 60

Time: 3 hours (including drying) ⏱️

Serving: 1 🍽️