Candy Cane Cookies
Candy Cane Cookies are the perfect festive treat, combining sweet, buttery flavors with refreshing peppermint. These vibrant, chewy cookies not only brighten your holiday gatherings but also evoke cherished seasonal memories. With their classic candy cane shape and easy preparation, they make delightful gifts or a festive addition to your dessert table. Gather your loved ones and fill your kitchen with the warm aroma of peppermint while creating these charming cookies that are sure to spread joy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- ½ tsp red food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Divide the dough in half; color one half with red food coloring. Roll each half into thin ropes and twist them together to form candy cane shapes.
- Place on prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow cooling on wire racks before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg