Peppermint Meltaway Cookies
Peppermint Meltaway Cookies are the ultimate holiday treat that everyone will adore. These cookies boast a light, melt-in-your-mouth texture combined with a refreshing peppermint flavor, making them perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights at home. With options for gluten-free and dairy-free diets, you can enjoy these delicious delights without compromising on taste. Easy to whip up and customizable with toppings like crushed candy canes, these cookies are sure to impress at cookie exchanges or as thoughtful gifts. Bake a batch today and savor the sweet joy of Peppermint Meltaway Cookies!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Ingredients
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- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour (or regular flour)
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup butter (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 egg white
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- For icing: 1 cup powdered sugar
- 4–5 tsp milk
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 large candy cane, crushed (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine gluten-free flour, cornstarch, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg white and peppermint extract; mix well.
- Gradually blend the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until dough forms.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until edges are lightly golden; cool on a wire rack.
- Prepare icing by mixing powdered sugar, milk, and peppermint extract until smooth. Drizzle over cookies and sprinkle with crushed candy cane if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg