Description

Indulge in the festive spirit with these Peppermint Meltaway Cookies! Soft and fluffy, these delightful treats have a melt-in-your-mouth texture that’s perfectly complemented by a rich peppermint flavor. Adorned with creamy frosting and sprinkled with crushed peppermint, they make an ideal addition to your holiday celebrations, whether for cookie exchanges, family gatherings, or as charming gifts. Easy to whip up with basic ingredients, these cookies are a must-try this season. Enjoy them alongside your favorite hot beverages or serve them on a festive platter to impress your guests. Get ready to bake these irresistible minty delights!

Ingredients

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1 1/4 cups (178g) all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (68g) cornstarch
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup (68g) powdered sugar
1/2 tsp peppermint extract
2 Tbsp (28g) salted butter, softened
2 Tbsp half and half
1/4 tsp peppermint extract
1 1/2 cups (200g) powdered sugar
1/4 cup (42g) finely crushed peppermint bits or candy canes

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Instructions

Whisk together flour, cornstarch, and salt in a bowl; set aside.
In an electric mixer, cream softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
Mix in peppermint extract, then gradually add the flour mixture until just combined.
Chill the dough for 1 hour; preheat oven to 350°F during the last 15 minutes.
Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto an ungreased baking sheet, spacing them apart.
Bake for 10-13 minutes until lightly golden on the bottom; cool on a wire rack.
For frosting, beat salted butter, half-and-half, peppermint extract, and powdered sugar until fluffy.
Frost cookies and sprinkle with crushed peppermint bits immediately.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (22g)
Calories: 100
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 40mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 15mg