A soft sugar cookie dough is flavored with peppermint extract twisted into a festive candy cane shape. Perfect for holiday gatherings, these cookies are sure to bring smiles and spread cheer!
A Classic Christmas Cookie
Candy Cane Cookies are a Christmas tradition, one I remember making with my grandma, and they’re fun to make, too! We think of them like snowflakes, with each cooking having its own pretty shape and design.
They’re peppermint flavor, but you can use other extracts like almond or orange or leave them vanilla flavored. Kids love the festive look of these cookies. They are as fun to make as they are to eat! A cookie tray just isn’t the same without these nostalgic Candy Cane Cookies!
How to Make Candy Cane Cookies
Fun Variations
Color some of the dough green and add it to the candy canes. Color the whole batch green and form them into wreaths. For a fun twist, dip the end in melted white chocolate and sprinkle with crushed candy canes! Mix chocolate chips into the cookie dough for a delightful chocolatey twist. Add ground cinnamon to the dough for a warm and cozy flavor.
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