Description
Peppermint meltaway cookies are soft, buttery treats with a refreshing peppermint flavor. Perfect for the holiday season or any time you want a sweet, minty snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add the salt and peppermint extract, mixing well.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing until combined.
- Fold in the crushed peppermint candies.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- You can use vanilla extract if you prefer a different flavor.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: peppermint meltaway cookies, holiday cookies, easy cookie recipe