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Peppermint Meltaway Cookies

These cookies are a festive treat with a soft, buttery texture and refreshing peppermint flavor, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • cookie scoop
  • wire rack
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

  1. Cream the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3.
  2. Add peppermint and vanilla extracts, mix until combined.
  3. Gradually add gluten-free flour and salt, mix until just combined.
  4. Gently fold in crushed peppermint candies.
  5. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake for 10-12 until edges are lightly golden.
  7. Let cookies sit on the baking sheet for 5 before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. Melt white chocolate and drizzle over cooled cookies, sprinkle with extra crushed peppermint candies.

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcalProtein: 1gSodium: 50mg

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