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Peppermint Frosted Soft Batch Sugar Cookies

Soft and chewy sugar cookies infused with peppermint and topped with a festive peppermint glaze and crushed candy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 280g
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened 170g
  • 1 cup granulated sugar 200g
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1/2 cup milk 120ml
Frosting and Garnish
  • 2 cups powdered sugar 240g
  • 3 tablespoons milk 45ml
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 2 drops red food coloring optional
  • 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies 60g

Equipment

  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Beat the butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, until just combined.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
  8. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and peppermint extract in a medium bowl until smooth, adding food coloring if desired.
  10. Spread frosting over cooled cookies and sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies.
  11. Allow frosting to set for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. Frosted cookies can be frozen for up to 2 months.