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Peppermint Meltaway Cookies

Peppermint Meltaway Cookies
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Peppermint Meltaway Cookies are the quintessential holiday treat that brings joy to any occasion. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and refreshing peppermint flavor, these cookies are perfect for family gatherings, cozy evenings at home, or as thoughtful gifts. The combination of buttery goodness and minty freshness makes them a standout dessert everyone will adore. Topped with crushed candy canes, they not only taste delightful but also look festive, making them a great addition to your holiday cookie platter. Easy to make and wonderfully versatile in decoration, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your festive baking tradition.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups (178g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (68g) cornstarch
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1/2 cup (68g) powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
  • 2 Tbsp (28g) salted butter (softened)
  • 2 Tbsp half and half
  • 1/4 tsp peppermint extract
  • 1 1/2 cups (200g) powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup (42g) finely crushed peppermint bits or candy canes

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl whisk together all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt. Set aside.
  2. In the bowl of an electric stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together unsalted butter and powdered sugar until well combined.
  3. Mix in peppermint extract. Then, with the mixer set on low speed, slowly add in the flour mixture. Mix just until combined.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Chill until nearly firm, about 1 hour. Preheat oven to 350 degrees during the last 15 minutes of chilling.
  5. Scoop out one even tablespoon of dough at a time. Shape it into a ball then transfer to an ungreased baking sheet, spacing cookies about two inches apart. Keep remaining dough chilled.
  6. Bake in preheated oven until cookies are set and bottoms are lightly golden brown, about 10 – 13 minutes. Let cool on baking sheet for at least 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. In the bowl of an electric stand mixer, cream together salted butter, half and half, peppermint extract, and additional powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  8. Working with one cookie at a time, spread frosting over each cookie. Immediately add crushed peppermint bits before frosting starts to set. Repeat this process with all cookies.
  9. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for optimal freshness.

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