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Classic Candy Cane Cookies

Deliciously Festive Classic Candy Cane Cookies for Cheerful Holidays

Classic Candy Cane Cookies are a festive delight perfect for holiday gatherings with charming red-and-white stripes and delightful flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Provides lift for a soft texture.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Ensures a rich, buttery taste with softness; no substitutions recommended.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness and helps achieve a light texture.
  • 1 large Egg Binds the ingredients together and adds moisture.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds aromatic sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Peppermint Extract Can swap with vanilla or almond extract for variation.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Gel Food Coloring Avoid liquid coloring to maintain dough consistency.
Garnishing Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Crushed Candy Canes or Sugar Optional, adds a festive touch and delightful crunch.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, cream butter with sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract. Gradually blend in the dry mixture and stir until combined. Divide the dough and tint one half with red gel food coloring.
  2. Take small pieces of each colored dough and roll into ropes, about 6 inches long. Twist one red and one white rope together to form candy cane shapes. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Chill the shaped cookies in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake cookies for 8-10 minutes or until edges begin to turn lightly golden.
  4. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 3-5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks. Sprinkle with crushed candy canes or sugar while warm, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Freeze for longer storage. Reheat before serving for best taste.

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