Festive Candy Cane Delight Cookies
These festive cookies combine the flavors of peppermint and vanilla, making them a delightful treat for the holiday season. Their colorful appearance and crunchy candy cane topping add to their charm.
Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
- ½ cup crushed candy canes
- red and green food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- Beat softened butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add egg, vanilla, and peppermint extracts; mix until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Divide dough in half; color one half red and the other green.
- Roll small pieces of each color into 6-inch ropes and twist them together.
- Sprinkle crushed candy canes on top of each cookie before baking.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden; cool on wire rack.
- Sprinkle additional crushed candy canes on cooled cookies for garnish.
Notes
For an extra festive touch, garnish with whole candy canes or mint sprigs.