1 8-ounce package cream cheese room temperature
2 pounds powdered sugar, sifted
6 drops oil of peppermint, to taste
3 drops food colors, to taste
In mixer, whip cream cheese till fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar. Knead like pie dough when too heavy for mixer; knead in flavoring and coloring. Roll into small balls. Sprinkle holiday candy molds with granulated sugar. Firmly press ball into candy mold; then unmold onto wax paper. Let candy set for 2 hours; then store in covered container or freeze.
Gift container: Place in small enameled tins with lids or crystal cream-and-sugar set.