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Candy Cane Whipped Shortbread Cookies

Candy Cane Whipped Shortbread Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

Candy Cane Whipped Shortbread Cookies are easy-to-make treats that melt in your mouth, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 3/4 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Crushed Candy Canes
  • 1/2 teaspoon Peppermint Extract optional
For Coating
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Hand or Stand Mixer
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • spatula
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Candy Cane Whipped Shortbread Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In your mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar until fully combined and fluffy.
  4. Add the vanilla extract and optional peppermint extract, then mix until fully incorporated.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt, then gradually add to the buttery mixture.
  6. Gently fold in the crushed candy canes with a spatula until evenly distributed.
  7. Portion out the dough using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, roll into balls, and coat in granulated sugar.
  8. Place the coated dough balls on the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  9. Flatten each dough ball slightly using the bottom of a glass or your fingertips.
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn light golden. Centers may appear soft.
  11. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. For extra festivity, sprinkle additional crushed candy canes on top while still warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 35mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Can refrigerate for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.

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