Description
These peppermint shortbread cookies are a delightful treat for the holidays.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar.
- Add the vanilla and peppermint extracts, and mix well.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until combined.
- Fold in the crushed peppermint candies.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Flatten each ball slightly with a fork.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on a wire rack.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- For a festive touch, drizzle melted chocolate on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: peppermint shortbread cookies, holiday cookies, dessert recipes