Candy Cane Kiss Cookies
Candy Cane Kiss Cookies are a delightful festive treat that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and refreshing peppermint. These soft, chewy cookies topped with creamy Candy Cane Kisses are perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights by the fire. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, they bring a touch of holiday cheer to any dessert table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 24 Candy Cane Kisses
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda, then gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for approximately 10 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Remove from oven and immediately press a Candy Cane Kiss into the center of each cookie. Allow cooling on baking sheets for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 137
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg