Around here in our Small Town Kitchen, the holidays simply aren’t complete without the comforting aroma of freshly baked cookies wafting through the air. These Peppermint Sugar Cookies are just the ticket to capture that magical, old-fashioned Christmas spirit. Picture a soft, tender sugar cookie, kissed with a hint of invigorating peppermint, generously swirled with creamy frosting and a dazzling shower of crushed candy canes. They’re more than just a sweet bite; they’re a cherished memory waiting to happen, perfect for sharing with neighbors, adding to your annual cookie swap, or simply enjoying by the fireplace with a warm drink. We’ve made this recipe wonderfully straightforward, so you can spend less time fussing and more time soaking in the joy of the season.
Helpful Tips
- Now, don’t you go skipping that chilling step! It really is a simple secret to keeping those pretty cookie cutter shapes from spreading too much in the oven. A little patience here makes all the difference.
- For perfectly tender cookies, remember how Grandma taught us to measure flour: spoon it gently into the cup and level it off. Scooping straight from the bag can pack it down too much, making your cookies a bit dry.
- When you’re bringing the dough together, mix just until everything’s combined. Overworking it can make your cookies a bit tough, and we want them nice and tender, don’t we?
- Try to roll your dough to a nice, even 1/4-inch thickness. This little trick ensures all your cookies bake up just right, no burnt edges or raw centers.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 3-4 cups powdered sugar, sifted (for frosting)
- 1/4 cup milk (or heavy cream) (for frosting)
- 1/2 teaspoon pure peppermint extract (for frosting)
- 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
- Pinch of salt (for frosting)
- Red food coloring (optional)
- Crushed candy canes, for sprinkling
Small Town Peppermint Sugar Cookies for Christmas
Capture the spirit of the season with these charming peppermint sugar cookies, a delightful homemade treat for any holiday occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 3-4 cups powdered sugar, sifted (for frosting)
- 1/4 cup milk (or heavy cream) (for frosting)
- 1/2 teaspoon pure peppermint extract (for frosting)
- 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
- Pinch of salt (for frosting)
- Red food coloring (optional)
- Crushed candy canes, for sprinkling
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