Description
Delicious and festive Candy Cane Cookies that are perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes
- Red and green sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms.
- Fold in the crushed candy canes.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Flatten each ball slightly and sprinkle with red and green sprinkles if desired.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a stronger peppermint flavor, increase the amount of peppermint extract.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- These cookies can be decorated with icing for an extra festive touch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Candy Cane Cookie, Holiday Cookies, Festive Treats