CANDY CANE COOKIES
These red and white striped Candy Cane Cookies have been completing Christmas cookie trays for years-since 1963 to be exact-and this version is based on the classic recipe from Betty's Cooky Book, so you know it's the real deal. If you're new to this cookie, we can promise that baking a batch of peppermint candy cane cookies will make for wonderful holiday memories. Twist together red and white cookie dough ropes and turn them into cute-as-can-be candy cane shapes and sprinkle crushed peppermint candy on top to deliver tastes-like-Christmas flavor. With a yield of 54 servings, our Candy Cane Cookie recipe is perfect for giving as gifts (or reserve for household snacking).
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 6h
Yield 54
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Stir together 1 cup sugar, the butter, milk, vanilla, peppermint extract and egg in large bowl. Stir in flour, baking powder and salt. Divide dough in half. Stir food color into 1 half. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours.
- Heat oven to 375°F.
- Stir together peppermint candy and 2 tablespoon sugar; set aside.
- For each candy cane, shape 1 rounded teaspoon dough from each half into 4-inch rope by rolling back and forth on floured surface. Place 1 red and white rope side by side; press together lightly and twist. Place on ungreased cookie sheet; curve top of cookie down to form handle of cane.
- Bake 9 to 12 minutes or until set and very light brown. Immediately sprinkle candy mixture over cookies. Remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 85, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 45 mg
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Chester
chester@yahoo.comOverall, I really enjoyed these cookies. They're festive, delicious, and easy to make.
Angel Limones
limonesangel@gmail.comI had a little trouble getting the cookies to hold their shape, but they still tasted great.
Moiz Raja
r-m54@yahoo.comThese cookies are a little sweet for my taste, but they're still really good.
Dike Chisom
d41@hotmail.comI've made these cookies several times now and they're always a hit. They're a great way to use up leftover candy canes.
M Rayhan
rayhan100@yahoo.comI made these cookies for my kids' school holiday party and they were a huge hit. The kids loved the festive shape and the delicious flavor.
Himel Arosh
himelarosh54@gmail.comThese cookies are perfect for gift-giving. They're individually wrapped and tied with a bow.
Michelle Strickland
michelle_s@hotmail.comI'm not a huge fan of peppermint, but I actually really enjoyed these cookies. The chocolate flavor really balances out the peppermint.
Armankhan Armankhan
armankhanarmankhan@hotmail.co.ukThese cookies are a little time-consuming to make, but they're totally worth it. They're so delicious and festive.
Mirza Mubashir
m@aol.comI love the combination of chocolate and peppermint in these cookies. It's a classic flavor combination that never gets old.
Alee Daniyal
a.d@aol.comThese cookies are so cute and festive! They're perfect for Christmas parties or cookie exchanges.
Rabin Roimee
roimee-rabin94@hotmail.comI was a little worried that the cookies would be too sweet, but they're actually perfectly balanced. The peppermint flavor really shines through.
Abie Sankoh
a-s85@gmail.comThe cookies turned out perfectly! They're soft and chewy with just the right amount of peppermint flavor.
Disna Sandeepani
d@gmail.comI love how easy these cookies are to make. I was able to whip up a batch in no time.
Nigel Strickland
nigels@gmail.comThese candy cane cookies were a hit at my holiday party! They're so festive and delicious.