Description
Delightful Candy Cane Cookies that perfectly blend sweet and minty notes, creating a festive treat for the holiday season.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the peppermint extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the crushed candy canes gently.
- Drop cookie dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Optional: Drizzle with a simple icing made from powdered sugar and milk once cooled.
Notes
To enhance mint flavor, consider using crushed peppermint candies instead of candy canes. Ensure your butter is at room temperature for even mixing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: candy cane cookies, holiday cookies, festive treats, peppermint cookies