Description
Candy Cane Whipped Shortbread Cookies are a delightful blend of buttery goodness and refreshing peppermint, making them the perfect festive treat for any occasion. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture, these cookies are not only easy to prepare but also visually captivating, sure to impress family and friends alike. Ideal for holiday gatherings, cookie exchanges, or simply indulging at home, these cookies bring sweetness and cheer in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes
- Extra powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add all-purpose flour, salt, and vanilla extract; mix until just combined.
- Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges. Let cool on a rack.
- Once cooled, sprinkle with crushed candy canes and dust with powdered sugar if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 97
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg