Description
Delight in these festive White Chocolate Candy Cane Cookies, a perfect holiday treat combining the creamy sweetness of white chocolate with the refreshing crunch of crushed candy canes. These soft-baked cookies are easy to make and ideal for sharing during the holiday season.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- ½ cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Cream butter and sugars: In a separate large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. Then add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Combine and add mix-ins: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Gently fold in the white chocolate chips and crushed candy canes to evenly distribute them in the dough.
- Bake: Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them to prevent spreading. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cookie edges turn lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow cookies to cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- For best results, use room temperature butter to ensure proper creaming and texture.
- Crushing the candy canes fresh helps to retain their peppermint flavor and provides a nice crunch.
- Do not overbake the cookies; they should be soft in the center and lightly golden on the edges.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
