Peppermint Meltaways: The Best Indulgent Treat for Any Occasion
These Peppermint Meltaways are the perfect indulgent treat for any occasion, offering a delightful melt-in-your-mouth texture and refreshing peppermint flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup additional powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add salt, flour, cornstarch, and peppermint extract, mixing until well combined.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar.
- Let them cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For an extra touch, you can mix in chocolate chips or drizzle chocolate on top before serving.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Peppermint Meltaways, cookies, holiday treats, desserts