Instructions: Line cookie sheet with wax paper. Set aside. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until soft. Gradually beat in 2 1/2 cups confectioners sugar.

Dust a cutting board with remaining confectioners sugar. Remove mixture from bowl and knead on cutting board until a doughy consistency is achieved. Add confectioners sugar as needed to adjust consistency. Add flavoring, then food coloring, if desired.

Pinch off small sections and form into balls. Roll balls in superfine sugar.

Either serve as mint balls, flatten balls into patties, press dough into molds or use small cutters to form into shapes. Place mints on cookie sheet and put aside to set for at least 2 hours. Store refrigerated in an airtight container.

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