Description
Festive Candy Cane Cookies that blend buttery sweetness with refreshing peppermint, perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon red food coloring
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract.
- Gradually blend in the flour and salt until fully combined.
- Divide the dough in half. Add red food coloring to one half, mixing until evenly colored.
- Roll out small pieces of each colored dough into ropes, then twist them together to form a candy cane shape.
- Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool, then sprinkle with crushed candy canes before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature butter for better mixing, and feel free to experiment with the color and shapes of the cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American