Peppermint Shortbread Cookies for

Christmas

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Indulge in the sweet taste of these peppermint shortbread cookies this holiday season. A true treat for Christmas cookie exchanges, these delicious peppermint short bread cookies are easy to make!

ingredients

– Unsalted butter (room temperature) – Granulated sugar – Vanilla extract – Peppermint extract or mint – All-purpose flour – Sanding sugar if desired (holiday colors) – Hershey’s Kisses Candy Cane candies (unwrapped)

If you're looking for sweet treats to make for your holiday cookie tray or cookie swap, these peppermint shortbread cookies are perfect.

#1

Cream together butter and sugar until creamy. Add extracts and mix then add the flour and mix until just combined.

#2

Use a small cookie scoop to portion the cookie dough into balls and roll them in sugar if desired. Add each to a baking sheet 1 inch apart and bake for 8-10 minutes.

#3

Remove from oven and place kiss on each cookie immediately. Allow to fully cool before enjoying.

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