Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Candy Cane Whipped Shortbread Cookies. These easy-to-make treats combine the rich, buttery goodness of traditional shortbread with a refreshing peppermint twist, making them perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and vibrant candy cane topping, these cookies are sure to steal the show on any dessert table. Ideal for cookie exchanges and customizable with various decorations, they offer both flavor and visual appeal. Whether enjoyed with a warm mug of hot chocolate or shared as party favors, these cookies are a delicious way to spread holiday cheer.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.
- Gradually mix in the flour, cornstarch, and peppermint extract until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Scoop out small portions of dough and roll into balls, placing them on the prepared baking sheet. Slightly flatten each ball with your palm.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool completely on a wire rack before sprinkling with crushed candy canes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (15g)
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg