Cream Cheese Candies

1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened

¼ teaspoon peppermint extract

3 cups confectioners sugar

In a small mixing bowl, beat cream cheese with peppermint extract. Beat in half the confectioners sugar until smooth. Knead in remaining confectioners sugar until fully incorporated. Shape dough into 1/2 inch balls, place on baking sheets, flatten with a fork, and allow to stand 1 hour to harden. Store in airtight containers in refrigerator.