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Candy Cane Red Velvet Cookies: A Festive Treat for the Holidays

  • Author: Dottie
  • Total Time: 72 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Description

These Candy Cane Red Velvet Cookies are soft, chewy, and infused with peppermint flavor, making them a festive treat perfect for holiday gatherings or as sweet gifts. Topped with white chocolate chips and crushed candy canes, they are sure to delight everyone!

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • ½ cup crushed candy canes (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
  3. Add the egg to the butter and sugar mixture, and beat until fully incorporated.
  4. Mix in the red food coloring, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until evenly distributed.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in the white chocolate chips and crushed candy canes using a spatula.
  7. Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the dough to an airtight container.
  8. Refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight.
  9. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  10. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  11. Sprinkle a little extra crushed candy canes on top of each dough ball.
  12. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
  13. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  14. Once the cookies are completely cool, place them on a serving platter.
  15. Dust the tops of the cookies with powdered sugar using a fine mesh sieve.
  16. Optionally, sprinkle a few more crushed candy canes on top for extra flair.
  17. Serve at holiday gatherings or package as gifts.

Notes

  • Chilling the dough is crucial for maintaining the shape of the cookies.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of peppermint extract to suit your taste preference.
  • Prep Time: 60 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10-12 minutes

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