Description
Experience the joy of the holiday season with Peppermint Meltaway Cookies that melt in your mouth and deliver a delightful burst of refreshing peppermint. Easy to prepare and perfect for sharing, these cookies are a festive centerpiece for any gathering. With their creamy texture and sweet aroma, they invite you to create cherished memories around the fireplace with loved ones.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp pure peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candy canes (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter and powdered sugar until fluffy.
- Gradually mix in flour and cornstarch until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Stir in peppermint extract and white chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden, keeping centers soft.
- Cool on wire racks, then sprinkle with crushed peppermint candy canes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg