Description
Peppermint Meltaways are the ultimate holiday treat, offering a delightful fusion of creamy texture and refreshing peppermint flavor. With each meltaway, you’ll experience a burst of festive joy, reminiscent of cozy winter nights and cheerful celebrations. These bite-sized wonders are not only easy to make but also perfect for gifting or indulging at home. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these irresistibly sweet delights that dissolve in your mouth!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
- Gradually mix in flour, cornstarch, and salt until combined; the dough will be crumbly.
- Fold in peppermint extract evenly throughout the dough.
- Form dough into one-inch balls and place them two inches apart on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until just set but not browned.
- Once slightly cooled, dip each meltaway into melted chocolate chips and sprinkle with crushed candy canes. Let them set on parchment paper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meltaway (20g)
- Calories: 97
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Chill the dough before rolling for better shape retention while baking. Experiment with flavored extracts or different types of chocolate for unique twists.