Peppermint Meltaways Festive Delight (Print Version)
Buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies infused with peppermint, topped with minty frosting and crushed candy bits.
# Ingredients:
→ Cookie Base
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1 cup butter, softened
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1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
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1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
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1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup cornstarch
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1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Frosting
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2 tablespoons butter, softened
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1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
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2 tablespoons milk
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1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
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2 to 3 drops red food coloring (optional)
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Crushed peppermint candies for garnish
# Steps:
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the peppermint extract until well incorporated.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the creamed butter mixture, mixing until fully combined.
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Cover the cookie dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to help maintain shape during baking.
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Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Form the chilled dough into 2.5 cm (1-inch) balls and place them 5 cm (2 inches) apart on ungreased baking sheets.
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Bake for 9-11 minutes until the bottoms are lightly browned. Transfer to wire racks and cool completely.
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In a small bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add confectioners' sugar, milk, peppermint extract, and food coloring if using, mixing until smooth and spreadable.
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Spread the peppermint frosting over each cooled cookie and immediately sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies. Allow frosting to set before serving.
# Notes:
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These delicate cookies pair perfectly with hot cocoa or peppermint tea.
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For best results, allow cookies to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
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Makes an excellent homemade holiday gift when packaged in decorative tins or boxes.