These Candy Cane Sugar Cookies are the perfect festive treat to make together with family during the holidays. They are easy to bake and filled with the delightful flavors of candy canes.
Author:Souzan
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:12 minutes
Total Time:27 minutes
Yield:24 cookies
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
1/2 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract, mixing until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
Fold in the crushed candy canes.
Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a bit of almond extract.
Top the cookies with a dusting of powdered sugar for a festive touch.