Description
Magical Candy Cane Cookies are festive treats perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract. Mix well.
- Gradually add flour and salt. Mix until combined.
- Fold in crushed candy canes.
- Shape dough into small balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes, then dust with powdered sugar.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container.
- Use fresh candy canes for the best flavor.
- Adjust peppermint extract to taste.
- 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: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Magical Candy Cane Cookies, Holiday Cookies, Festive Cookies, Christmas Treats