Chocolate Mint Cream Cheese Buttons
These Chocolate Mint Cream Cheese Buttons are a no-bake, bite-sized candy with a creamy peppermint center and a snappy chocolate coating. Inspired by classic wedding mints, they taste like a cross between a York Peppermint Pattie and a cheesecake and are perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or holiday dessert platters.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Hand Mixer
- Baking sheet
- Microwave-safe bowl
Ingredients
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 Tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 3–4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- ½–1 tsp peppermint extract
- green gel food coloring
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or melting wafers
- 1 tsp coconut oil or shortening
- festive sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Mix in peppermint extract and green gel food coloring until evenly tinted.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until a stiff, play-dough-like dough forms that is not sticky.
- Roll dough into ½-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Press gently with your thumb or a glass to form button shapes.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or freeze for 30 minutes until firm.
- Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Dip half of each button into chocolate or drizzle over the top. Return to parchment and add sprinkles if desired. Chill until chocolate is set.
Notes
Chilling the buttons before dipping is essential to keep their shape and ensure a smooth chocolate coating.