Description
Candy Cane Cookies are the perfect festive treat to brighten your holiday season! With their vibrant red and white swirls and a delightful peppermint flavor, these cookies are not just delicious but also visually stunning. Easy to make, they’re ideal for gifting or enjoying at celebrations. Bake a batch and share the joy of the holidays with family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure peppermint extract
- 1/2 tsp red food coloring (gel preferred)
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Gradually mix in flour until fully incorporated, then add peppermint extract.
- Divide the dough into two portions; keep one plain and add red food coloring to the other, kneading until evenly colored.
- Roll small amounts from both doughs into ropes about 6 inches long and twist them together gently.
- Place cookies on ungreased baking sheets and bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Let cool on wire racks, then dust lightly with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For a unique flavor twist, substitute peppermint extract with vanilla extract. - Chill the dough for better texture when shaping. - Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.