'Tis the season to be a jolly baker!
Even if you're not a fan of baking, here's an easy cookie recipe that'll be a delicious addition to your morning coffee, tea or evening hot chocolate. Bake them for yourself, your family or as a gift, guaranteed to make anyone smile!
PEPPERMINT CANDY CANE COOKIES
INGREDIENTS
- 2/3 cup butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 350F.
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in egg. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually stir into creamed mixture and mix well. Fold in candy.
Drop teaspoonfuls of dough onto a greased baking sheet. Bake at 350F for 10-12 minutes or until the edges just begin to brown.
Remove to wire racks to cool.
Yields: 3-1/2 dozen cookies
Recipe Courtesy: tasteofhome.com
