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Peppermint Swirl Cookies

Deliciously Festive Peppermint Swirl Cookies for the Holidays

Bake delicious Peppermint Swirl Cookies, an enchanting holiday treat that combines peppermint and vanilla in a festive swirl.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can use gluten-free blend
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder helps achieve texture
  • pinch salt enhances flavor
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened) key for tender crumb
  • 1 cup granulated sugar sweetens dough
  • 1 large egg binds ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds aromatic notes
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract signature cool flavor
  • drops red gel food coloring for vibrant swirls
For the Coating
  • 1 cup coarse sugar or crushed peppermint candies adds sparkle and texture

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • plastic wrap
  • Wire Rack
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  2. Cream butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Add egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract; mix until combined.
  4. Gradually mix in dry ingredients to form a soft dough.
  5. Divide dough in half; color one half with red food coloring.
  6. Chill both halves in plastic wrap for 30 minutes.
  7. Roll out each dough half into a rectangle; stack colored dough over plain dough.
  8. Roll tightly into a log; chill again for 2 hours.
  9. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice log into 1/4-inch rounds and bake for 8-10 minutes.
  10. Cool on a baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is at room temperature for best results. Chilling dough is essential for clean swirls. Use a sharp knife for cutting cookies and bake until edges are lightly golden.

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