Becky's
"CREAM CHEESE CANDIES"

1 package (3 ounces) cream
cheese, softened.
1/4 tsp peppermint or almond extract
3 cup confectioners sugar
Green and red colored sugar, optional.

In a small mixing bowl, combine cream
cheese and extract. Beat in 1-1/2 cups
confectioners sugar. Knead in
remaining confectioners sugar
until smooth.

Shape into 1/2 inch balls.
Roll in colored sugar if desired
.
Place on ungreased baking sheets and
flatten with a fork.

Let stand for 1 hour to harden.

Store in an airtight container in the
refrigerator.
Yields 6 dozen

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