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Candy Cane Cookies

Delicious Candy Cane Cookies: A Festive Peppermint Treat

Delightful Candy Cane Cookies with a festive peppermint twist, perfect for the holiday season.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Adds richness and moisture; switch to salted if that’s all you have.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens the dough and gives it a smooth texture.
  • 1 Large Egg Using a room temperature egg ensures better mixing.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances overall flavor; can substitute with almond extract.
  • 0.5 tsp Peppermint Extract Gives the signature minty kick.
  • 2.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Swap in a gluten-free blend for a gluten-free option.
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Omit if butter is salted.
  • Red Food Coloring Gel preferred to avoid color bleeding.
Optional Toppings
  • Crushed Candy Canes Adds a delicious crunch and extra festive flair.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Holiday Candy Cane Cookies
  1. Prep your oven by preheating to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together 1 cup of unsalted butter and 1 cup of powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in 1 large egg, 1 tsp of vanilla extract, and ½ tsp of peppermint extract, and mix until smooth.
  4. Gradually sift in 2½ cups of all-purpose flour and ½ tsp of salt, mixing at a low speed until incorporated.
  5. Divide the dough in half and color one half with gel red food coloring.
  6. Take about 1 teaspoon of each colored dough and roll into 4-inch ropes, twisting them together.
  7. Place shaped cookies onto prepared sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart, and bake for 8 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Use high-quality unsalted butter for better flavor, and don’t overbake for a perfect tender texture.

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