Description

Delight in the festive spirit with Peppermint Swirl Cookies, a stunning treat that adds color and flavor to your holiday celebrations. With their eye-catching red and white swirls, these cookies are not just beautiful but deliciously infused with refreshing peppermint essence. They make an excellent choice for cookie exchanges, holiday parties, or simply enjoying during cozy evenings at home. The straightforward preparation process ensures that even novice bakers can whip up a batch of these delightful cookies with ease. Plus, their versatility allows you to customize the colors and toppings to suit any occasion. Bake a batch today and share them with family and friends for a joyful treat that embodies the warmth of the season.

Ingredients

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2 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
Red gel food coloring
1/4 cup coarse sugar or crushed peppermint candies for coating

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract.
Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
Divide dough in half; leave one half plain and add red gel food coloring to the second half.
Chill both doughs wrapped in plastic wrap for at least 30 minutes.
Roll out each dough into rectangles about 1/4 inch thick.
Layer red dough on top of plain dough; roll into a log shape and chill again for two hours.
Slice the log into rounds about 1/4 inch thick; place on prepared baking sheets.
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until edges are lightly golden; cool before serving.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 90
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: <1g
Cholesterol: 15mg