Candy Cane Hearts
Candy Cane Hearts are delightful holiday cookies that combine the refreshing taste of peppermint with a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture. These charming heart-shaped treats are perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights by the fire, making them an irresistible addition to your holiday baking repertoire. With vibrant red and white colors from crushed candy canes, they not only taste amazing but also look stunning on any dessert platter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp pure peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and powdered sugar. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Gently fold in the crushed candy canes.
- Form tablespoon-sized balls of dough on the baking sheets and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool on wire racks before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg