PEPPERMINT CRUNCH CHRISTMAS COOKIES
Several years ago, I took a basic shortbread recipe and turned it into a much more festive Christmas cookie. These gems are now a family favorite and are among the best Christmas cookies of the holiday season. -Heather Carter, Wasilla, Alaska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 3-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in extracts. Gradually beat in flour. Divide dough in half; tint 1 portion red and the other green. Wrap each in waxed paper; refrigerate 2 hours or until easy to handle., Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 1-1/2-in. round cookie cutter. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 8-10 minutes or until firm. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely., Dip half of each cookie into melted candy coating; allow excess to drip off. Sprinkle with crushed candies. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 32mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
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Ameer ABDULLA
[email protected]These cookies are a true holiday treat.
Zahia Shoshi
[email protected]These cookies are the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season.
Ananda Acharya
[email protected]These cookies are a must-try for any peppermint lover.
Bikram Giri
[email protected]I can't wait to make these cookies again next year.
Jokingboys 940
[email protected]These cookies are perfect for gift-giving.
Simon Blakai
[email protected]I would definitely make these cookies again.
0bliviixus
[email protected]Overall, these cookies are a great addition to any holiday cookie platter.
Ashraf Ji
[email protected]The cookies didn't spread out as much as I expected.
Deepak Deepak
[email protected]These cookies are a bit too sweet for my taste.
Matteo SWM
[email protected]I had trouble finding peppermint extract, but I was able to substitute vanilla extract and it still turned out great.
Gerardo Seba
[email protected]These cookies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth it.
Refilwe Daele
[email protected]I love the combination of chocolate and peppermint in these cookies.
Bedan Ihugo
[email protected]These cookies are so festive and perfect for Christmas.
Khanyiso Lupuwana
[email protected]I've been making these cookies for years and they're always a favorite.
Muzi NJABULO
[email protected]These cookies were a hit at my holiday party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved the peppermint crunch.