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Peppermint Sugar Cookies

Delightful soft and chewy peppermint-infused sugar cookies topped with creamy peppermint frosting, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour All-purpose flour works best, but cake flour yields a softer texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Room temperature for easier creaming.
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1 count egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Powdered sugar for dusting
  • Creamy peppermint frosting for topping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
  4. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Roll the dough into balls (about 1 tablespoon each) and place on a lined baking sheet, flattening slightly.
Baking
  1. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  2. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  3. Once cooled, frost with creamy peppermint frosting and dust with powdered sugar, if desired.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to a week at room temperature. Can freeze for up to 3 months.