Candy Cane Cookies: Easy Festive Treats for the Holidays
Delightful candy cane cookies to celebrate the holidays.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the butter and sugar in a large bowl.
- Beat in the egg and extracts.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
- Fold in the crushed candy canes.
- Shape dough into small balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Let cool and enjoy!
Notes
- For a festive look, drizzle melted chocolate on top.
- Store in an airtight container for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Candy Cane Cookies, Holiday Cookies, Festive Treats