Description
Indulge in the delightful Andes Cheeseball, a creamy and minty appetizer that brings joy to any gathering. Combining rich cream cheese with the refreshing flavors of peppermint and Andes mints, this no-bake cheeseball is perfect for parties, holidays, or cozy nights in. With its vibrant green color and chocolate coating, it becomes an eye-catching centerpiece that everyone will love. Plus, it’s quick to prepare and pairs beautifully with various cookies, making it an interactive snacking experience. Impress your guests with this easy-to-make treat that delivers a unique blend of sweet and savory.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (8-oz.) block cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp. peppermint extract
- 10 drops green food coloring
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup chopped Andes mints
- Cookies for serving (animal crackers, chocolate chip cookies, or Nilla wafers)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat together cream cheese, softened butter, and powdered sugar until well combined.
- Add the peppermint extract and green food coloring; mix until smooth.
- Stir in the mini chocolate chips.
- Transfer the mixture onto plastic wrap and shape it into a ball; wrap tightly.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Roll the chilled cheeseball in chopped Andes mints until evenly coated.
- Serve on a platter with assorted cookies for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 43mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 22mg