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Peppermint Swirl Cookies

Peppermint Swirl Cookies
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Indulge in the festive spirit with these Peppermint Swirl Cookies, a delightful treat that adds a splash of color and flavor to your holiday gatherings. With their vibrant red and white swirls, these cookies not only look stunning but also deliver a refreshing peppermint taste that everyone will love. Easy to make and perfect for sharing, they’re ideal for cookie exchanges, holiday parties, or simply enjoying with friends and family over hot cocoa. Bake a batch today and spread some joy!

Ingredients

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  • 2 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • Red gel food coloring
  • Coarse sugar or crushed peppermint candies for coating

Instructions

  1. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  2. In a large bowl, cream softened butter and sugar with an electric mixer until fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract.
  3. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  4. Divide dough in half; leave one half plain and color the other with red gel food coloring.
  5. Chill wrapped dough balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Roll out both halves into rectangles; layer them, roll into a log, and chill again for two hours.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  8. Coat the log with coarse sugar or crushed peppermint candies after slicing it into rounds.
  9. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until edges are golden; cool on wire racks.

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