Cream Cheese Mints

Directions

1. 1
   Combine cream cheese, half and half and butter in a heavy bottomed saucepan.
2. 2
   Stir over low heat until cheese mixture is soft, creamy and butter is melted.
3. 3
   Blend in the frosting mix and stir to blend well.
4. 4
   Add peppermint extract and food coloring of your choice.
5. 5
   You may divide the whole batch to make 2 to 3 different colors.
6. 6
   Roll mixture into balls or drop by teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper lined cookie sheet.
7. 7
   Press with fork or stamp with cookie stamp for decorative design, if desired. Let mints stand, uncovered, at room temperature until firm and outside is dry.
8. 8
   Inside should still be creamy.