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Delicious Peppermint Meltaways

Peppermint Meltaways

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Peppermint Meltaways Decadent delicious treat Meltinyourmouth peppermint

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Optional: Red food coloring (gel)
  • Optional: Crushed peppermint candies
  • Instructions

  • Cream the butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy. Use an electric mixer and beat for at least 3-5 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl occasionally.
  • Once you add the flour, mix only until just combined. Overmixing develops the gluten in the flour, resulting in tougher cookies.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes (or even longer).
  • Use a cookie scoop to ensure that all your cookies are uniform in size.
  • Bake at a low temperature (325°F/160°C) helps the cookies retain their delicate texture and prevents them from browning too quickly.
  • Don’t Overbake. These cookies should be pale and slightly puffed up when they’re done. They will continue to firm up as they cool.
  • Dust Generously with Powdered Sugar while they’re still slightly warm so the sugar adheres better.