Description

White Chocolate Candy Cane Cookies are a delightful holiday treat that perfectly blends creamy white chocolate with the refreshing crunch of crushed candy canes. These festive cookies not only look stunning with their red and white speckles but also deliver a wonderfully sweet and minty flavor, making them ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying cozy evenings at home. Easy to whip up, they’re sure to become a staple in your holiday baking repertoire.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup white chocolate chips
1/2 cup crushed candy canes

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually mix into wet ingredients until just combined.
Fold in white chocolate chips and crushed candy canes until evenly distributed.
Scoop tablespoon-sized balls onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden around the edges but still soft in the center. Let cool before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 120
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Chill your dough for at least 30 minutes before baking for enhanced flavor and texture. Substitute white chocolate with dark chocolate for a different twist. For an added touch, sprinkle sea salt on top before baking.