Description

These Peppermint Meltaways are the epitome of holiday cheer, combining a light, buttery cookie with a delightful peppermint flavor. Topped with creamy mint frosting and adorned with crushed candy canes, these cookies offer a festive touch to any gathering. Perfect for Christmas celebrations or cozy family get-togethers, they are sure to impress your guests and delight your taste buds. Easy to make and visually stunning, these meltaways are the ultimate treat for the holiday season.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar (for cookies)
1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract (for cookies)
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter, softened (for frosting)
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar (for frosting)
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract (for frosting)
Crushed peppermint candies for garnish

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and confectioners' sugar until fluffy. Mix in peppermint extract.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually combine this dry mixture with the butter mixture until fully integrated.
Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll chilled dough into 1-inch balls and place them on lined baking sheets.
Bake for 9–11 minutes until lightly browned at the bottoms.
After cooling, prepare the frosting by beating together softened butter, confectioners' sugar, milk, peppermint extract, and optional food coloring until smooth.
Frost each cooled cookie generously and sprinkle crushed candy canes on top.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
Calories: 100
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 27mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: <1g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Ensure your butter is at room temperature for easy mixing. Chill the dough to prevent spreading during baking. Customize your frosting colors to match holiday themes or personal preferences.