Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Magical Candy Cane Cookies, where each soft, chewy bite is infused with refreshing peppermint and speckled with vibrant candy cane pieces. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights, these cookies will fill your home with a warm, inviting aroma. Easy to make and visually stunning, they are sure to bring smiles to friends and family alike.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup crushed candy canes
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time along with vanilla and peppermint extracts.
- Gradually mix in flour and baking powder until just combined.
- Fold in crushed candy canes and optional chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto prepared sheets, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Cool slightly on baking sheets before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg