Description
Candy Cane Cookies are a delightful holiday treat that blend the festive flavors of peppermint with a soft, chewy texture. These vibrant red and white striped cookies are perfect for sharing with family and friends during the most wonderful time of the year. Easy to make and beautifully aromatic, they are sure to create lasting memories as you bake together. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or packaged as gifts, these cookies will bring joy to your holiday celebrations!
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs, vanilla, and peppermint extracts until combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in crushed candy canes gently.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg