Peppermint Swirl Sugar Cookies: Easy Festive Treats to Indulge In
Indulge in the festive flavor of peppermint with these easy sugar cookies that make the perfect treat for any celebration.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup red and green sprinkles
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar.
- Add the vanilla extract, peppermint extract, and egg; mix until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the sprinkles.
- Drop cookie dough by the tablespoon onto baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cookies cool on baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a more intense peppermint flavor, add an extra 1/2 teaspoon of peppermint extract.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Peppermint Swirl Sugar Cookies