Description

A delightful holiday treat combining the classic sweetness of sugar cookies with a refreshing peppermint twist, perfect for parties or gifting.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
Red food coloring (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Add the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract to the bowl. Beat until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. If desired, divide the dough in half and color one portion with red food coloring.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to create festive shapes.
Press crushed peppermint candies gently onto the surface of each cookie before baking.
Place cookies on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

[‘Chill the dough to prevent spreading and retain shape.’, ‘Don’t overmix the dough to keep cookies tender.’, ‘Use fresh peppermint extract for optimal flavor.’, ‘Sprinkle crushed candies on cookies after baking for a glossy finish.’]

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 120
Sugar: 10
Fat: 6
Carbohydrates: 16
Protein: 1

Keywords: Christmas cookies, peppermint sugar cookies, holiday baking, festive cookies, easy cookie recipe