Peppermint Meltaway Cookies
Peppermint Meltaway Cookies These easy cookies melt in your mouth Get the simple recipe and bake a batch today
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 36 cookies
- Category: Cookie
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2-3 drops red food coloring (optional)
- Crushed peppermint candies (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Stir in the peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and red food coloring (if using).
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. If using, gently press the tops of the cookies with crushed peppermint candies.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the cookies are pale. Do not overbake.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
These Peppermint Meltaway Cookies are designed to melt in your mouth, leaving behind a refreshing burst of peppermint that perfectly complements the buttery, sweet base. They’re not just cookies; they’re tiny bites of holiday magic.
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