Description
Peppermint Meltaways are a delightful holiday treat that brings joy to every gathering. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and refreshing peppermint flavor, these cookies are perfect for parties, gift-giving, or cozy nights at home. Their simple preparation makes them accessible to bakers of all skill levels, while the stunning presentation featuring crushed peppermint candies adds a festive touch. Enjoy them with a warm beverage or as a sweet addition to your dessert platter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup softened butter
- 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons softened butter (for frosting)
- 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract (for frosting)
- Crushed peppermint candies for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Cream together softened butter and confectioners' sugar until fluffy. Mix in peppermint extract.
- 2. In another bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, and salt before gradually adding to the creamed mixture.
- 3. Chill dough for at least 30 minutes, then shape into balls and place on ungreased baking sheets.
- 4. Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 9-11 minutes until bottoms are lightly browned. Cool on wire racks.
- 5. For frosting, beat softened butter with confectioners' sugar, milk, and peppermint extract until smooth. Frost cookies and garnish with crushed peppermint.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (15g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg