Candy Cane Cookies: Easy Indulgence for Holiday Cheer
Indulge in the festive spirit with these delightful candy cane cookies, perfect for holiday celebrations!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Stir in flour, peppermint extract, and salt until combined.
- Form dough into small balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before sprinkling with powdered sugar and crushed candy canes.
Notes
- For a stronger peppermint flavor, increase the peppermint extract.
- These cookies can be decorated with melted chocolate and additional crushed candy canes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Candy Cane Cookies, Holiday Cookies, Christmas Treats