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Soft Peppermint Cookies: Easy Meltaway Recipe for Festive Fun

Soft Peppermint Meltaway Cookies Recipe

A delightful recipe for soft peppermint meltaway cookies, perfect for festive celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Slowly add in flour, cornstarch, salt, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract. Mix until combined.
  4. Fold in the crushed peppermint candies.
  5. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set. Do not let them brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a few drops of red food coloring to the dough.
  • Dust the cookies with additional powdered sugar before serving for a festive touch.

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Keywords: soft peppermint cookies, meltaway cookies, festive dessert, holiday cookies