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Peppermint Meltaways Recipe

Peppermint Meltaways Recipe
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These Peppermint Meltaways are tender, buttery cookies infused with refreshing peppermint extract, topped with a creamy peppermint frosting and crushed candy. Perfectly soft and melt-in-your-mouth, these festive cookies are ideal for holiday gatherings or any time you crave a sweet and minty treat.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch

Frosting

  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons 2% milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 2 to 3 drops red food coloring, optional
  • 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough: In a small bowl, cream 1 cup softened butter and 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Beat in 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract until combined. In another bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour and 1/2 cup cornstarch. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, beating to combine. Cover the dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until firm enough to handle.
  2. Preheat oven and shape cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Shape the chilled dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
  3. Bake the cookies: Bake for 9-11 minutes or until the bottoms are lightly browned. Remove the cookies from the pans and transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  4. Make the frosting: In a small bowl, beat 2 tablespoons softened butter until creamy. Beat in 2 tablespoons 2% milk, 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract, and if desired, 2 to 3 drops red food coloring for a festive touch. Gradually beat in 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar until smooth.
  5. Frost and decorate: Spread the frosting over the cooled cookies and sprinkle each with 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies. Let the frosting set before storing the cookies in an airtight container.

Notes

  • For best results, chill the dough thoroughly before shaping to prevent spreading.
  • Use crushed peppermint candies for a nice crunch and extra flavor on top of the frosting.
  • Red food coloring is optional but adds a festive look perfect for the holidays.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature; they stay fresh for up to one week.
  • These meltaways freeze well before frosting—freeze shaped balls on a tray then transfer to freezer bags.

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