Peppermint Candy Cane Kiss Cookies: A Festive Holiday Treat
As the holiday season approaches, it's time to start thinking about festive treats to share with family and friends. These Peppermint Candy Cane Kiss Cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and minty, with a delightful crunch from the candy cane pieces. They're easy to make and always a hit at holiday parties.
This recipe features three variations: the classic Peppermint Candy Cane Cookies, Chocolate Peppermint Candy Cane Cookies, and Red Velvet Peppermint Candy Cane Cookies. Each variation offers a unique twist on the classic recipe, with the Chocolate Peppermint Candy Cane Cookies adding a rich chocolate flavor and the Red Velvet Peppermint Candy Cane Cookies adding a festive red color.
The cookies are made with simple ingredients like butter, sugar, flour, eggs, and peppermint extract. The candy cane pieces add a pop of color and crunch, while the Hershey's Kisses in the center add a touch of sweetness and creaminess. The cookies are baked until golden brown and then rolled in powdered sugar for a festive finish.
These Peppermint Candy Cane Kiss Cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make holiday treat that everyone will love. They're perfect for cookie exchanges, holiday parties, or simply enjoying at home with your family. So gather your ingredients and preheat your oven, because it's time to make some holiday magic with these delightful cookies!
CANDY CANE KISS COOKIES
Festive sugar cookies and chocolate cookies stuffed with a Candy Cane Hershey Kiss. Soft, chewy, and easy to make!
Provided by Sally
Categories Cookies
Time 3h30m
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Set aside. Using a hand-held or stand mixer with a paddle attachment, cream the butter and sugar together on medium speed for 5 full minutes, scraping down the sides and the bottom as necessary. Add the egg yolks and vanilla, beating on medium-high until fully combined. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl as necessary. In a medium bowl, toss the flour, baking powder, and salt together. Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients on low speed until fully combined. The dough will be very thick. If the dough is extremely sticky, chill for at least 45 minutes.
- Roll dough into balls, a little less than 1 Tablespoon of dough each. The dough may seem dry*, but the warmth of your hands will allow it to come together in a ball. Roll into assorted sprinkles and bake for 8-10 minutes. The cookies will look very, very under baked. That's what you need. Do not over bake. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. Press a Hershey Kiss into the center and immediately put the cookie sheet into the freezer for 5 minutes. Doing this will prevent the kiss from melting. Cookies remain fresh tightly covered at room temperature for 1 week.
- Using a handheld or stand mixer with a paddle attachment, cream the butter on medium speed for about 20 seconds. Add the sugars with the mixer running on medium speed. Cream it all together until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Sift the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt together in a medium bowl. Slowly add to the wet ingredients on low speed. Beat in the milk on medium speed until combined. The dough will be thick and very sticky. Chill for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Set aside. Roll dough into balls, a little more than 1 Tablespoon of dough each. Roll each ball into confectioners' sugar to coat heavily. Bake for 10-11 minutes. Cookies will appear undone and very soft. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. Press a Hershey Kiss into the center and immediately put the cookie sheet into the freezer for 5 minutes. Doing this will prevent the kiss from melting. Cookies remain fresh tightly covered at room temperature for 1 week.
PEPPERMINT CANDY CANE KISS COOKIES
I made this for my family and they all love it! The most important thing is to stick the cookies in the freezer right after putting the kisses on so that they don't melt into a puddle of chocolate. I learned the hard way! Sprinkle the dough before baking with crushed candy, if you like.
Provided by HannahB607
Categories Desserts Cookies Drop Cookie Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Combine butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Mix in flour, baking soda, and salt. Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place on ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake in the preheated oven until edges are golden, 9 to 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and press a white chocolate kiss in the center of each cookie. Immediately place the baking sheets in the freezer so the candy does not melt. Remove after 15 minutes. Repeat with remaining dough.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 17.2 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 57.5 mg, Sugar 6.4 g
PEPPERMINT TWIST KISSES
As rosy as Santa's cheeks, these merry morsels with chocolate kisses on top are a delightful yuletide favorite and one of my most-requested recipes. -Traci Wynne, Denver, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Freeze kisses in a covered container for at least 1 hour. In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar and salt until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk and extracts. Gradually beat flour into creamed mixture., Divide dough in half; tint one portion red. Divide each half into four portions and shape into 9-in. long rolls. Place one red log next to one white log; twist gently to create one swirled roll. Roll gently until it becomes one log. Repeat with remaining dough. Wrap logs in plastic wrap; refrigerate 1 hour or until firm., Preheat oven to 350°. Unwrap dough. Cut each log crosswise into nine slices; shape each slice into a ball. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Flatten slightly with a glass., Bake 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Immediately press a kiss into center of each cookie. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool. Freeze option: Freeze cookies, layered between waxed paper, in freezer containers. To use, thaw before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 46mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- For the best results, use high-quality peppermint candies. This will ensure that your cookies have a strong, minty flavor.
- If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the sugar mixture by dropping a small amount into a glass of cold water. If the sugar forms a soft ball, it is ready.
- Be careful not to overcook the cookies. They should be baked just until they are set. Overcooked cookies will be dry and crumbly.
- Allow the cookies to cool completely before decorating them. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
- For a festive touch, you can decorate the cookies with red and white sprinkles or crushed candy canes.
Conclusion:
Peppermint candy cane kiss cookies are a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for the holiday season. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With their minty flavor and festive appearance, these cookies are sure to be a hit at your next holiday party.
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