Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Candy Cane Cookies, a classic holiday treat that brings cheer to any gathering. This easy Candy Cane Cookies Recipe combines buttery sweetness with a refreshing hint of peppermint, creating an irresistible flavor that captures the spirit of the season. With their striking red and white swirls, these cookies not only taste great but also make a stunning addition to your Christmas cookie platter. Perfect for holiday parties, thoughtful gifts, or cozy afternoons alongside hot cocoa, these cookies are sure to become a cherished favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sticks butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon red food coloring
- For the glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- In a stand mixer, beat butter and powdered sugar until fluffy. Add egg, vanilla, and peppermint extract.
- Gradually mix in flour and salt until combined.
- Divide dough in half; color one half with red food coloring.
- Chill both halves wrapped in plastic for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Roll one tablespoon from each color into strips; twist together and place on lined baking sheets.
- Chill shaped cookies for another 15 minutes before baking for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with peppermint extract and milk; drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg