Description

These White Chocolate Candy Cane Cookies are the perfect festive treat for the holiday season. With a delightful combination of white chocolate chips and crushed candy canes, these cookies are sure to be a hit at any Christmas gathering.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract

Mix-ins:

1 cup white chocolate chips
3/4 cup crushed candy canes

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and creamy.
Add Eggs and Extracts: Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla and peppermint extracts.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
Add Mix-ins: Fold in white chocolate chips and crushed candy canes.
Bake: Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets. Bake for 9–11 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For best texture, use finely crushed candy canes and avoid overbaking.
These cookies are great for holiday gifting and freeze well for up to 2 months.