Candy Cane Cookies: The Best Festive Peppermint Treats for You
Enjoy these Candy Cane Cookies that are both festive and buttery, perfect for the holiday season!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon red food coloring
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the peppermint and vanilla extracts.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the dough in half; tint one half with red food coloring.
- Roll out both doughs into ropes and twist them together.
- Shape into candy cane forms on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until set but not browned.
- Sprinkle with crushed candy canes while warm.
Notes
- For a stronger peppermint flavor, increase the amount of peppermint extract.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Christmas, cookie, recipe, candy cane, festive, peppermint