Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3 cups all purpose flour
  • 3 candy canes (regular size)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 3 drops red food coloring

Instruction

  • In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer beat the butter, cream cheese, sugar, and egg until nice and frothy. About 4 minutes. Add the vanilla and peppermint extract and beat for 1 minute more.
  • In a small bowl combine the flour, baking powder and baking soda. Mix them around so that all ingredients are well incorporated.
  • Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and beat for about 2 minutes.
  • Wrap dough in plastic wrap and chill for 1 hour. Dough will be a little sticky.
  • Preheat oven to 350 F and line insulated baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  • Portion out dough balls with a cookie scoop or by heaping tablespoons and place 2-inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake 12-14 minutes, edges should be very lightly browned.
  • Cool on pan ten minutes then move to racks and allow to cool completely.