PEPPERMINT SNAPS

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My mom cut this recipe out of a Chicago Area newspaper about 30 years ago and they have been part of our Christmas cookies ever since. Great way to use all those broken candy canes!

Provided by MMinMI

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 2 1/2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups quick oats or 1 1/2 cups old fashioned oats
1/2 cup crushed peppermint candy
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 -3 tablespoons milk
1/8 teaspoon peppermint extract
1 drop red food coloring

Steps:

  • FOR COOKIES: Beat together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Blend in egg.
  • Add combined dry ingredients, mix well.
  • Stir in oats and peppermint candy.
  • Shape dough o form 1 1/2-inch balls. Place about 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet; flatten with times of fork.
  • Bake in a preheated 375 degree oven 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Cool 1 minute before removing from cookie sheet.
  • FOR GLAZE: Combine all ingredients; mix well. Drizzle over cooled cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1666.4, Fat 79.9, SaturatedFat 48.2, Cholesterol 271.3, Sodium 1429.5, Carbohydrate 225.1, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 133.2, Protein 17.9

Glenda Rosado
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These are the best peppermint snaps I've ever had! They're so crispy and flavorful. I can't get enough of them.


love afton
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These cookies are amazing! I love the way the peppermint flavor comes through. They're the perfect holiday treat.


Angel Luz
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I love these cookies! They're so festive and delicious. I can't wait to make them again next year.


Manan Mir
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These are the best peppermint snaps I've ever tasted! They're so minty and flavorful.


kavinda lakshan
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I made these cookies for my family and they loved them! They're so festive and delicious.


Rakib Vai Rakib Vai
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These cookies are amazing! I love the peppermint flavor. They're the perfect holiday cookie.


AM NOUGHTY Am sorry
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These are the best peppermint snaps I've ever had! They're so crispy and flavorful. I can't stop eating them.


MD: FORID mia
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I've made these cookies several times and they always turn out perfect. They're so minty and delicious. I love the way they melt in your mouth.


Moni Chy
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These cookies are so easy to make and they taste amazing! I love the peppermint flavor. They're perfect for a holiday party or a gift.


MANISH Giri
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I made these cookies for a Christmas party last year and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. They're so festive and delicious.


Bhai usmaan786
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These peppermint snaps are a holiday classic in our family. They're always a hit with guests, and they're so easy to make. I love the way the peppermint flavor comes through in the cookies. They're the perfect balance of sweet and minty.