Peppermint Swirl Cookies: The Best Festive Treat You’ll Love
Delight in the festive season with these vibrant and delicious peppermint swirl cookies, perfect for holiday gatherings!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup red and white sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.
- Divide the dough in half; mix sprinkles into one half.
- Roll out both dough halves and create layers, then twist to form swirls.
- Shape into logs, chill, slice, and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Let cookies cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For a stronger peppermint flavor, add more extract to the dough.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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