Candy Cane Cookies
Source: Mr. Food
Makes about 3 dozen cookies
“This makes a nice crumbly butter cookie with a tasty hint of peppermint :)”
Ingredients
1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
1 cup confectioners’ sugar
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup finely crushed candy canes
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Coat cookie sheets with nonstick cooking spray.
2. In a large bowl, cream the butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and the peppermint and vanilla extracts; beat until well blended.
3. Gradually add the flour and salt; mix until thoroughly blended. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill for 1 hour.
4. In a small bowl, combine the crushed candy canes and the granulated sugar. Shape the chilled cookie dough into 1-1/2-inch balls then roll each in the candy cane mixture, coating completely. Place 2 inches apart on the cookie sheets.
5. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until golden. Immediately remove to wire racks to cool completely.
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