Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Candy Cane Whipped Shortbread Cookies, a charming twist on classic shortbread that promises melt-in-your-mouth goodness with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
- ½ cup crushed candy canes
- Additional crushed candy canes for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add in all-purpose flour, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until combined.
- Gently fold in crushed candy canes.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack; sprinkle additional crushed candy canes for decoration.
Notes
- Perfect for cookie exchanges and holiday gatherings.
- Enjoy them alongside your favorite warm beverages.
- Store in an airtight container for freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Candy Cane Whipped Shortbread, Christmas Cookies, Holiday Baking