Candy Cane Whipped Shortbread Cookies | Easy and Delicious
Indulge in the festive spirit with Candy Cane Whipped Shortbread Cookies, a delightful treat perfect for any holiday gathering. These easy-to-make cookies combine the classic buttery flavor of shortbread with a refreshing peppermint twist, topped with crunchy crushed candy canes for that extra flair. Their melt-in-your-mouth texture and eye-catching appearance make them an ideal addition to cookie exchanges or holiday dessert tables. Enjoy the simple joy of baking while creating sweet memories with friends and family.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Gradually add flour, salt, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract; mix until just combined.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack. Sprinkle with crushed candy canes once cooled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg