Description
Candy Cane Cookies are the perfect holiday treat that combines a crunchy exterior with a soft, buttery center and a burst of minty flavor. These festive delights not only evoke childhood memories but also bring joy to any holiday gathering. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, they can be customized to suit your taste. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or shared at festive parties, these cookies capture the essence of Christmas magic.
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- ½ cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in crushed candy canes gently.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto prepared sheets, spaced two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden; cool on wire racks.
- Optionally drizzle with melted white chocolate for added sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg