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Candy Cane Cookies Recipe

Candy Cane Cookies Recipe


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  • Author: Ana
  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x

Description

Indulge in the holiday spirit with our delightful Candy Cane Cookies Recipe. These charming cookies feature a perfect blend of buttery vanilla and refreshing peppermint flavors, all wrapped up in a stunning red and white swirl design. Ideal for Christmas parties, gift-giving, or cozy family nights at home, these easy-to-make treats will captivate your loved ones and elevate any festive gathering. With their eye-catching appearance and incredible taste, these cookies are bound to become a holiday tradition. Bake a batch today and experience the joy of sharing these sweet minty delights!


Ingredients

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  • 2 sticks butter (room temperature)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon red food coloring

Instructions

  1. In a stand mixer, cream together butter and powdered sugar until fluffy. Add egg, vanilla, and peppermint extracts; mix well.
  2. Gradually add flour and salt to the mixture until combined.
  3. Divide the dough in half; mix red food coloring into one half until evenly colored.
  4. Chill both halves of dough wrapped in plastic wrap for at least one hour.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll tablespoon-sized pieces of each color into logs, twist them together, and place on lined baking sheets.
  6. Chill shaped cookies for 15 minutes before baking for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
  7. For the glaze, mix powdered sugar, peppermint extract, and milk until smooth; drizzle over cooled cookies.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie (15g)
  • Calories: 75
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 30mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: <1g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg