Created by Fizzybrat on June 20, 2019
Step 1: Combine cream cheese and one cup of powdered sugar in a large bowl and use a stand mixer or hand mixer to combine.
Step 2: Add the extract and food color if using, and mix until combined.
Step 3: Gradually add the rest of the powdered sugar and mix until combined
Step 4: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 5: Scoop out a teaspoon of the dough and form into a ball using the palm of your hands. Place it on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the rest of the dough.
Step 6: Use the end of a wooden spoon or a small measuring spoon to create indentations in each bowl. Dust the measuring spoon with powdered sugar to keep from sticking
Step 7: Chill the mints until firm, about 1 hour.
Step 8: Place chocolate chips in a heat-proof bowl or large measuring cup.
Step 9: Bring heaving whipping cream just to a simmer and then pour over the top of the chocolate chips. Stir once or twice and then let sit for 2 minutes.
Step 10: Continue stirring until the chocolate is fully melted and incorporated.
Step 11: Transfer the ganache to a ziploc bag and let it set for 30 minutes or so until it has thickened up
Step 12: Cut the corner off of the bag and pipe the ganache into the center of each mint.
Step 13: Chill for about an hour, or until the ganache has set up.
Step 14: Store in refrigerator.