PEPPERMINT CRUNCH CHRISTMAS COOKIES
Several years ago, I took a basic shortbread recipe and turned it into a much more festive Christmas cookie. These gems are now a family favorite and are among the best Christmas cookies of the holiday season. -Heather Carter, Wasilla, Alaska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 3-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in extracts. Gradually beat in flour. Divide dough in half; tint 1 portion red and the other green. Wrap each in waxed paper; refrigerate 2 hours or until easy to handle., Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 1-1/2-in. round cookie cutter. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 8-10 minutes or until firm. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely., Dip half of each cookie into melted candy coating; allow excess to drip off. Sprinkle with crushed candies. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 32mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
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[email protected]I wouldn't recommend these cookies. They were a lot of work to make and they didn't turn out very well.
foudil xdmoha
[email protected]Overall, I thought these cookies were just okay. They weren't bad, but they weren't anything special either.
Nantume joan
[email protected]These cookies were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I'll try adding a little bit of extra butter next time.
Sarhad Ullah
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the cookies to set properly. I think I might have overmixed the dough.
Sushil Sah
[email protected]These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. They're still a good cookie overall.
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[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of peppermint, but these cookies were surprisingly good. The mint flavor is subtle and not overpowering.
Young King
[email protected]These cookies are the perfect holiday treat. They're sweet, minty, and festive. I highly recommend them!
Mari Carmen Gonzalez
[email protected]I made these cookies for a cookie exchange and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.
Jacfar Yuusuf
[email protected]These cookies are so easy to make, even my kids can help. They're also a great way to use up leftover candy canes.
Namugga Ruth
[email protected]I love the crunch of the peppermint in these cookies. They're also really festive looking, which makes them perfect for Christmas parties.
Monna
[email protected]I've been making these cookies for years and they're always a favorite. They're the perfect combination of sweet and minty.
gwen MAlikoni
[email protected]These cookies were a hit at my holiday party! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious.