Peppermint Meltaways (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 cup butter, softened.
02 - 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar.
03 - 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract.
04 - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour.
05 - 1/2 cup cornstarch.
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt.
07 - 2 tablespoons butter, softened (for frosting).
08 - 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar (for frosting).
09 - 2 tablespoons milk.
10 - 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract (for frosting).
11 - 2-3 drops red food coloring (optional).
12 - Crushed peppermint candies for garnish.

# Instructions:

01 - Beat butter and confectioners' sugar until fluffy, then mix in peppermint extract.
02 - Whisk flour, cornstarch, and salt, then gradually mix into butter mixture.
03 - Cover dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
04 - Heat oven to 350°F.
05 - Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
06 - Bake for 9-11 minutes until bottoms are lightly browned.
07 - Beat butter, gradually add sugar, milk, peppermint extract, and optional food coloring.
08 - Frost cooled cookies and sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies.

# Notes:

01 - Perfect with hot cocoa.
02 - Great for holiday gifting.
03 - Let frosting set before serving.

Back