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Candy Cane Christmas Cookies


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  • Author: kira-byrd
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful cookies capturing the spirit of the holiday season with a peppermint flavor and festive colors.


Ingredients

  • 330 g All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 Egg
  • 150 g Sugar
  • 200 g Unsalted Butter, softened
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tbsp Powdered Sugar (for smooth texture)
  • ½ tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • Red Food Coloring (gel or liquid)


Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  2. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar to the mixture. Beat until combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
  5. Split the dough in half. Leave one half plain and color the other half red using food coloring.
  6. Roll small pieces of each dough into ropes. Twist one red rope and one plain rope together and curve the top to form a cane shape.
  7. Place the shaped cookies on a lined baking sheet and chill for 15–20 minutes to prevent spreading.
  8. Bake in a preheated oven at 175°C (350°F) for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are just turning golden. Cool on a rack.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Optionally freeze wrapped well in plastic wrap.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American