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Easy Peppermint Swirl Cookies A Texas Family Favorite

Peppermint Swirl Cookies
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Bake easy Peppermint Swirl Cookies tested in my Texas kitchen This kidapproved homemade recipe is so festive and fun My kids love this Get the recipe

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Red food coloring (gel is preferred)
  • ½ cup crushed peppermint candies, for topping (optional)

Instructions

  • Cream Butter and Sugar. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This usually takes about 3-5 minutes with an electric mixer. Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl occasionally to ensure everything is evenly mixed.
  • Add Eggs and Extracts. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract. Don’t overmix at this stage – just combine until everything is incorporated.
  • Combine Dry Ingredients. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. This ensures that the baking soda and salt are evenly distributed throughout the flour.
  • Gradually Add Dry Ingredients to Wet Ingredients. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough cookies.
  • Divide and Color the Dough. Divide the dough in half. In one half, gently knead in the red food coloring until evenly distributed.
  • Create the Swirl. Roll each half of the dough into a log about 12 inches long. Place the logs side by side and gently twist them together. Slightly flatten the twisted log with your hands. Wrap the log in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  • Slice and Bake. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Slice the chilled dough log into ¼-inch thick rounds. Place the rounds on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  • Bake. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. The cookies will still be soft in the center, but they will firm up as they cool.
  • Cool and Decorate. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. If desired, sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies while they are still slightly warm.

Notes

Soft and festive peppermint swirl cookies that are perfect for the holidays (or any time of year!). This easy recipe delivers a delightful balance of flavor and ease, bringing a little bit of magic to your family.

Find it online: https://familiesrecipes.com/peppermint-swirl-cookies/