Description
Bring the magic of the holidays into your kitchen with these Candy Cane Cookies. Soft and chewy, infused with refreshing peppermint, and adorned with vibrant red and white swirls, these cookies are a nostalgic treat that evokes cherished memories of festive gatherings. Perfect for sharing at parties or cozy nights in, every bite is a celebration of holiday spirit!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
- Red food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and peppermint extract until thoroughly combined.
- Gradually mix in the flour and baking powder until just blended; avoid overmixing.
- Divide the dough in half and add red food coloring to one portion. Fold in crushed candy canes into both halves.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft. Cool on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg