Betty's Cream Cheese Candy for Christmas
In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make Cream Cheese Candy for Christmas. This is an easy, never-fail recipe that is bright, colorful, and delicious!
Ingredients
| Cream cheese | 3 Ounce , softened | |
| Peppermint extract | 1/4 Teaspoon | |
| Confectioners sugar | 3 Cup (48 tbs) , divided | |
| Food color | 4 Drop (green and red (preferably gel |
Directions
MAKING
1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, peppermint extract and 1 ½ cups of sugar.
2. Slowly stir or knead in the remaining sugar until mixture is smooth.
3. Divide into 3 equal parts and place each part in a small bowl.
4. To one bowl, add green food coloring. To another bowl, add red food coloring. Leave the third bowl white.
5. Shape each bowl of candy mixture into ½ -¾ inch balls. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour to set. Place in an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.
SERVING
6. Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Summary
Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Calories 173Calories from Fat 26
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3 g4.6%
Saturated Fat 1 g5%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol
Sodium 27 mg1.13%
Total Carbohydrates 36 g12%
Dietary Fiber %
Sugars 35 g
Protein %
Vitamin A % Vitamin C %
Calcium % Iron %
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
