Magic of Candy Cane Cookies: The Best Homemade Holiday Treats
Experience the festive delight of Magic of Candy Cane Cookies, the perfect homemade treat for your holiday celebrations!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
- In another bowl, cream together butter, sugar, and salt until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and peppermint extract.
- Gradually blend in the dry ingredients, then fold in the crushed candy canes.
- Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven.
- Let cool on wire racks.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container for best freshness.
- Try adding chocolate chips for a twist!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Magic of Candy Cane Cookies, Holiday Treats, Homemade Cookie Recipe