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Festive Candy Cane Cookies: 7 Steps to a Holiday Delight

Candy Cane Cookies
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Candy Cane Cookies are festive red-and-white twisted holiday treats with buttery peppermint flavor and a soft, tender texture. They’re fun to make, beautiful to gift, and perfect for December baking, cookie exchanges, and holiday dessert platters.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Red food coloring
  • Optional: Crushed peppermint candies
  • Optional: White chocolate drizzle or candy melts

Instructions

  1. Beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Mix in eggs, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Add gradually to the wet mixture and blend into dough.
  4. Split dough in half. Tint one half red. Wrap both portions in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
  5. Roll a small rope of red dough and a small rope of white dough (4–5 inches each). Twist together and curve the top to form a candy cane shape. Place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
  6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 9–10 minutes until edges are just set. Do not overbake.
  7. Cool on a rack. Add crushed peppermint or drizzle with melted white chocolate if desired.

Notes

  • Chilling the dough helps with shaping.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container.
  • These cookies make great gifts during the holiday season.

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