Peppermint Shortbread Squares
These Peppermint Shortbread Squares make a wonderful addition to your holiday party. Wrap them up and they become delicious edible gifts to give this season. They are also one of the best Christmas cookie recipes my family has ever tasted.
Celebrate With More Festive Recipe Ideas
If you loved making our Peppermint Shortbread Squares, why not try your hand at some other delicious Christmas recipes? One idea is to whip up a batch of classic gingerbread cookies. Not only are they fun to make and decorate, but the warm spices and molasses flavor are sure to evoke nostalgic holiday memories. Another festive treat to try is homemade hot chocolate mix. Layering the mix in jars with mini marshmallows and peppermint sticks makes for a thoughtful and sweet gift for friends and family. Finally, for a show-stopping dessert, consider making a decadent yule log cake. This traditional French dessert, also known as Buche de Noel, features a light and airy sponge cake rolled with rich chocolate ganache and adorned with whimsical decorations like meringue mushrooms or sugared cranberries. With these three recipes, you'll have a variety of sweet treats to impress your loved ones and spread holiday cheer!
Cooking Time25 min
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 3 candy canes, crushed and mixed with 1 tablespoon sugar
- 3 ounces almond bark (candy coating)
Instructions
- Beat the butter and powdered sugar together until fluffy.
- On low speed, add in the flour and peppermint extract.
- On an un-greased cookie sheet, pat the dough into a square about 3/4-inch thick. Cover and chill for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
- Cut the dough into rows about 1 1/2-inch square. Separate with a knife so there is at least 1/4-inch between the cookies. Bake for about 20-25 minutes.
- Drizzle the cookies with melted almond bark and sprinkle with the candy/sugar mixture.
