Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with our Candy Cane Whipped Shortbread Cookies, a delightful treat that combines the classic buttery crunch of shortbread with the refreshing flavor of peppermint. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home, these cookies will become a staple on your dessert table. Their melt-in-your-mouth texture and vibrant crushed candy cane topping not only make them visually appealing but will also impress family and guests alike. Easy to prepare, even novice bakers can whip up these delightful cookies, making them an essential addition to your holiday baking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar using an electric mixer until fluffy (2-3 minutes).
- Add vanilla and peppermint extracts, mixing until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and salt; gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients on low speed until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet with space in between each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Immediately sprinkle crushed candy canes on warm cookies, then cool on a rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg