Candy Cane Twist Cookies
For a cute and yummy top Christmas cookie recipe think candy canes! These sweet Candy Cane Twist Cookies are fun to make and make perfect gifts.
Notes
If dough is dry, stir in 1 teaspoon milk. If dough is too soft, refrigerate 1 hour or stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons flour.
Celebrate With More Festive Recipe Ideas
If you loved making our Candy Cane Twist Cookies, you'll definitely want to try these other festive Christmas recipes that are sure to be a hit with your friends and family.
First up, we recommend trying your hand at baking some classic Gingerbread Cookies. These spiced cookies are a holiday staple and can be decorated with icing or candies to add a personal touch. They're perfect for enjoying with a cup of hot cocoa by the fire or for gifting in a beautifully decorated tin.
For a more decadent treat, why not whip up a batch of Peppermint Bark? This sweet and minty confection is a crowd-pleaser and can be broken into pieces and packaged in festive bags or boxes for a thoughtful homemade gift.
Finally, if you're feeling adventurous, consider making a batch of Eggnog Cheesecake Bars. These creamy and rich bars combine the flavors of classic eggnog with a decadent cheesecake filling, all layered on top of a buttery graham cracker crust. They're a luxurious treat that's sure to impress your holiday guests.
Whatever recipe you choose to try next, we hope you have fun in the kitchen and enjoy sharing your delicious creations with your loved ones. Happy baking!
Cooking Time12 min
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 3/4 cups all purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup finely crushed red and white peppermint candy or candy canes
- 1/4 teaspoon red food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In large mixer bowl combine powdered sugar, butter, egg, peppermint extract and vanilla.
- Beat at medium speed, scraping bowl often, until creamy (2 to 3 minutes).
- Reduce speed to low; add flour and salt. Beat until well mixed (1 to 2 minutes).
- Divide dough in half. Stir candy into half of dough. Beat food coloring into remaining half of dough.
- For each candy cane, roll 1 teaspoonful of each dough to 4 inch rope.
- Place 2 ropes side by side; twist gently and roll dough together. (For best results complete cookies one at a time to prevent drying out.)
- Place 2 inches apart on cookie sheets. Curve one end to form handle of cane.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for 10-12 minutes or until set. Let stand 1 minute; remove from cookie sheet.
