Cream Cheese Mints I

Description
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group
 * Makes about 130 mints

Ingredients

 * 1 pkg. cream cheese, softened
 * ½ to 1 tbsp desired flavoring
 * food coloring
 * 6½ to 7½ cups sifted powdered sugar
 * granulated sugar

Directions

 * 1) In mixing bow, beat cream cheese until soft.
 * 2) Add desired flavoring and coloring.
 * 3) Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until dough is very thick and heavy, but not dry.
 * 4) Roll in small balls.
 * 5) Dip in granulated sugar.
 * 6) Press into small rubber molds.
 * 7) Unmold.
 * 8) Experiment to get the size ball needed to fill mold.
 * 9) If mixture tends to stick, add more powdered sugar.
 * 10) Mints should unmold easily without sticking.
 * 11) Place mints on plate and allow to dry somewhat before storing in covered container in refrigerator or freezer.