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Striped Peppermint Sandwich Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 22 cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Striped Peppermint Sandwich Cookies are a festive and delicious treat perfect for holiday gatherings. Chocolate sandwich cookies are dipped in smooth peppermint-flavored white candy melts, then adorned with impromptu peppermint-striped accents created with a luster dust paste. The end result is a visually appealing, flavorful dessert that balances the classic chocolate cookie with refreshing peppermint and creamy white chocolate coating.

Ingredients

Coating

  • 1 (12-ounce) package bright white candy melts
  • 1 tbsp. coconut or vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp. peppermint extract, plus additional for brushing

Cookies

  • 22 chocolate sandwich cookies (such as Oreos)

Decoration

  • 1/2 tsp. red or pink luster dust

Instructions

  1. Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the dipped cookies from sticking while they set.
  2. Melt Candy Coating: Melt the white candy melts according to the package instructions. Stir in the coconut or vegetable oil and 1 teaspoon of peppermint extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Dip Cookies: Working with one cookie at a time, hold a chocolate sandwich cookie on a fork and dip it fully into the melted candy coating. Tap off any excess coating to ensure an even layer, then place the dipped cookie on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Set Cookies: Allow the dipped cookies to stand at room temperature until the coating is completely set and firm, about 20 minutes.
  5. Prepare Luster Dust Paste: In a small bowl, mix the red or pink luster dust with a few drops of peppermint extract to create a brushable paste.
  6. Decorate Cookies: Using a small food-safe paintbrush, brush lines of the peppermint luster dust paste across the tops of the set candy-coated cookies to create festive stripes.
  7. Storage: Store the decorated cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to maintain freshness and coating integrity.

Notes

  • For best results when melting candy melts, use gentle heat and stir frequently to avoid scorching.
  • You can substitute peppermint extract with vanilla extract if you prefer a different flavor.
  • Make sure the cookies are completely dry before dipping to ensure the coating adheres well.
  • Use a small, fine-tipped food-safe paintbrush for precise decorating with the luster dust paste.
  • These cookies can be made a day ahead and stored in an airtight container to save time during holiday prep.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/striped-peppermint-sandwich-cookies-recipe-2/