Candied Mint Leaves
These wonderful little jewels are terrific for the holidays. They can be made alone, or in combination with Recipe #266006. You will need Plastic leaf molds which are available where cake decorating supplies are sold. Or you can use any shape candy mold and different flavors/food coloring depending on the occasion.
READY IN: 15mins
SERVES: 10
YIELD: 1 1/4 pounds
UNITS: US
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DIRECTIONS
- Beat cream cheese until light and fluffy. Gradually add Confectioners Sugar, heating well (mixture will be dry and crumbly).
- Add peppermint extract and mix well. Divide and color ball of mixture with green food coloring. (Candy may be bagged in plastic and held at room temperature for several days at this point, if desired).
- If mixture becomes sticky as it stands, knead in more confectioners sugar until candy is smooth and pliable.
- Pinch off a small piece of candy and roll into a ball. Roll ball in sugar and press, one at a time into plastic mold. Immediately turn mold over onto waxed or parchment paper and release candy leaves. Allow to dry, uncovered, overnight.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
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