Christmas Mice

Christmas Mice are a popular holiday treat that originated in Europe. They are often made to resemble cute little mice and are enjoyed by both children and adults during the festive season.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 7.

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Christmas Mice

Cooking Method: No cooking required Cuisine: International Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2160

Best Season: Winter

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 packet Oreo cookies
• 8 ounce Cream cheese
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Almond slices
• 1 packet Red M&M's
• 12 inch Licorice strings

Instructions

1. Crush the Oreo cookies in a food processor.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed cookies, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
3. Shape the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Refrigerate the balls for 1 hour.
5. Remove the balls from the refrigerator and press almond slices into each ball to resemble ears.
6. Place a red M&M's on each ball for the nose.
7. Cut the licorice strings into small pieces and insert them into the balls to create tails.
8. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 22g8%

Sugars 15g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.