Ingredients
Method
- Beat together the butter and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture.
- Divide the dough in half. Tint one half with red gel food coloring.
- Wrap each dough half in plastic wrap and chill for 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll equal pieces of red and white dough into ropes, twist them together, and shape into candy canes.
- Place shaped cookies onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until just set. Allow to cool on the trays before serving.
Notes
For extra flair, sprinkle warm cookies with crushed candy canes.