1 3 oz pkg cream cheese, softened
1/2 t peppermint extract
3 c sifted powdered sugar
few drops food coloring

In a small mixer bowl combine softened cream cheese and peppermint extract. Gradually beat in powdered sugar with electric mixer till mixture is smooth. (Knead in the last of the powdered sugar with your hands.) Knead in food coloring until evenly distributed. Sprinkle small candy molds lightly with granulated sugar. Press about 1/2-3/4 t cream cheese mixture into each mold. Remove from mold. (Or, form mixture into 2/4" balls. Dip each ball into granulated sugar, place on waxed paper. Flatten each with the bottom of glass.) Let dry overnight. Makes 4-8 doz mints.

Source: Bea Spaniol