Delectable Peppermint Swirl Cookies to Delight You
Delectable Peppermint Swirl Cookies are the perfect holiday treat! With vibrant red and green swirls and a delightful peppermint flavor, these cookies evoke the spirit of festive gatherings. Each bite combines sweet vanilla with refreshing mint, making them an irresistible indulgence. Whether you’re sharing them at holiday parties or enjoying them by the fire, these cookies will bring joy to your season.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- Red and green food coloring (as desired)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Beat in the egg and peppermint extract until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; gradually add to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Divide dough into two portions. Leave one plain and mix red food coloring into the second portion.
- Roll small pieces of each color into logs, twist together, slice into rounds, and place on prepared sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg