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Peppermint Meltaway Cookies

Peppermint Meltaway Cookies
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Indulge in the festive spirit with Peppermint Meltaway Cookies! These delightful treats are the perfect blend of buttery goodness and refreshing peppermint flavor, making them an irresistible choice for holiday gatherings, cookie exchanges, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and charming frosted finish sprinkled with crushed candy canes, these cookies not only taste amazing but also add a splash of color to your dessert table. Easy to prepare, they’re ideal for bakers of all skill levels. Impress your friends and family this season by sharing these beautiful homemade cookies that embody the joy of the holidays!

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract
  • 2 Tbsp salted butter (softened)
  • 2 Tbsp half-and-half
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/4 cup crushed peppermint bits or candy canes

Instructions

  1. Whisk together flour, cornstarch, and salt in a bowl; set aside.
  2. In an electric mixer, cream softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar until combined.
  3. Mix in peppermint extract, then gradually add the dry ingredients until just combined.
  4. Chill dough for about an hour.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and shape dough into balls; place on ungreased baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 10-13 minutes until lightly golden; cool before frosting.
  7. For frosting, mix salted butter, half-and-half, peppermint extract, and powdered sugar until fluffy; frost cooled cookies and sprinkle with crushed candy canes.

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