Candy Cane Cookies
Those iconic red and white Christmas candies have now transformed into one of the most delicious holiday cookies you'll ever taste. The festive colors of these Candy Cane Cookies, plus the fact that they're made with real crushed candy canes, makes them a perfect holiday treat. Whether you serve them at a Christmas soiree or just enjoy them with your family this December, these minty Christmas cookies are sure to go on your baking "nice list" for many years to come.
Celebrate With More Festive Recipe Ideas
If you loved making our Candy Cane Cookies, we have a feeling you'll enjoy creating these other festive Christmas recipes as well!
First up, why not try baking some Gingerbread Men cookies? These classic holiday treats are perfect for decorating and are always a hit with both kids and adults alike. The warm spices of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves combined with the sweet icing make for a truly irresistible cookie.
Next on our list is Peppermint Bark. This simple yet decadent treat is made with layers of creamy white chocolate and rich dark chocolate, all topped off with crushed candy canes for that refreshing minty flavor. It's the perfect sweet and crunchy dessert to enjoy during the holiday season.
And lastly, we recommend making Eggnog Cupcakes. These moist and fluffy cupcakes are flavored with nutmeg, cinnamon, and of course, eggnog. Top them off with a rich and creamy eggnog frosting for a delightful Christmas treat that's guaranteed to spread holiday cheer.
We hope these recipes inspire you to keep baking and spreading joy this holiday season! Happy baking!
Yields36
Cooking Time10 min
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup confectioner’s sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon red food coloring (more if needed)
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes or peppermint candy
- 1/4 cup sugar
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
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Mix the butter, sugar, egg and extracts thoroughly.
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Mix the flour and salt, and stir into the butter mixture. Divide the dough in half. Blend the food coloring into one half.
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Mix the sugar and crushed candy together.
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Roll 2 tsp. of each color of dough into 2 5-inch "snakes," rolling each "snake" back and forth on a lightly floured board. Place the two "snakes" next to each other, press together lightly and twist like a rope (so it looks like a barber's pole).
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Make the cookies one at a time. Curve the top to make the handle of the candy cane. Bake for approximately 8-10 minutes, until just lightly brown on the bottom. Remove the cookies immediately and sprinkle with the sugar-candy mixture.