Candy Cane Cookies Recipe

Name: Candy Cane Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. butter or margarine, softened; 1/2 c. shortening; 1 c. confectioners sugar; 1 egg; 1 1/2 tsp. peppermint extract; 1 tsp. vanilla extract; 2 1/2 c. flour; 1 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. red food color; 1/2 c. crushed peppermint candy; 1/2 c. granulated sugar

Servings: persons

1/2 c. butter or margarine, softened
1/2 c. shortening
1 c. confectioners sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 tsp. peppermint extract
1 tsp. vanilla extract
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. red food color
1/2 c. crushed peppermint candy
1/2 c. granulated sugar

1
Combine butter, confectioners sugar, egg and flavorings. Blend well.
2
Mix in flour and salt.
3
Divide dough in half.
4
Blend food color into 1/2 of the dough.
5
Shape 1 teaspoon dough from each half into a 4-inch rope.
6
For smooth even ropes, roll them back and forth on lightly floured boards.
7
Place ropes side by side.
8
Press together at top and twist.
9
Complete cookies, one at a time.
10
Place on ungreased baking sheet.
11
Bake at 375u00b0 for about 9 minutes, until set.

1159

kcal

Calories

Fat

207

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. butter or margarine, softened, 1/2 c. shortening, 1 c. confectioners sugar, 1 egg, and more.

Yes, Candy Cane Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Candy Cane Cookies

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