Buttery Peppermint Meltaways
Delicate, melt-in-your-mouth cookies infused with buttery goodness and refreshing peppermint, perfect for holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Extra powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Stir in the vanilla and peppermint extracts.
- Add the flour and salt gradually, mixing until well combined.
- Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Dust with extra powdered sugar and allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months. For variations, consider adding crushed candy canes or orange zest.
Find it online: https://www.mealbreeze.com/buttery-peppermint-meltaways/