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Peppermint Meltaway Cookies

Peppermint Meltaway Cookies
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Peppermint Meltaway Cookies are the ultimate festive treat, embodying the holiday spirit with their melt-in-your-mouth texture and delightful peppermint flavor. These cookies are perfect for Christmas gatherings, winter parties, or cozy nights by the fire with a cup of hot cocoa. Their soft consistency and frosted finish make them a standout addition to cookie trays and an ideal gift for friends and family. With easy-to-follow instructions and simple ingredients, baking these cookies is a joy for both novice and experienced bakers alike. Elevate your holiday celebrations with these irresistible minty delights that are sure to bring smiles to all who indulge.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
  • 2 Tbsp salted butter (softened)
  • 2 Tbsp half and half
  • 1/4 tsp peppermint extract
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup finely crushed peppermint bits or candy canes

Instructions

  1. Whisk together flour, cornstarch, and salt in a mixing bowl; set aside.
  2. In a stand mixer, cream softened unsalted butter with powdered sugar until fluffy.
  3. Mix in peppermint extract, then gradually add the flour mixture on low speed until combined.
  4. Chill the dough for one hour; preheat oven to 350°F during the last fifteen minutes.
  5. Shape dough into balls and place on a baking sheet spaced apart.
  6. Bake for 10-13 minutes until lightly golden on the bottoms; cool before frosting.
  7. For frosting, cream salted butter, half and half, peppermint extract, and powdered sugar until fluffy.
  8. Frost cooled cookies and sprinkle crushed peppermint on top.

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