Easy Peppermint Meltaway Cookies - Perfect Christmas Treat

Easy Peppermint Meltaway Cookies - Perfect Christmas Treat

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Make delicious peppermint meltaway cookies with minty frosting and crushed candy cane topping. These soft, buttery cookies are perfect for holiday gifting.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, softened.
  • 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar.
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract.
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour.
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened (for frosting).
  • 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar (for frosting).
  • 2 tablespoons milk.
  • 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract (for frosting).
  • 2-3 drops red food coloring (optional).
  • Crushed peppermint candies for garnish.

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