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White Chocolate Candy Cane Cookies

Get ready to brighten up your holiday season with these Festive White Chocolate Candy Cane Cookies! Featuring a delicious blend of creamy white chocolate and crunchy peppermint, these cookies are perfect for sharing or gifting. Their beautiful presentation and delightful flavor will surely impress at any holiday gathering. Discover the joy of holiday baking and create lasting memories with loved ones. #HolidayBaking #ChristmasCookies #WhiteChocolateCandyCane #FestiveTreats #BakingJoy
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Ingredients
  

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

1 cup white chocolate chips

½ cup crushed candy canes (about 4-5 candy canes)

Additional crushed candy canes for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

    Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

      Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

        Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

          Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

            Stir in White Chocolate and Candy Canes: Gently fold in the white chocolate chips and crushed candy canes until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

              Scoop the Dough: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

                Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers might look a bit soft; that’s fine as they will continue to set while cooling.

                  Cool the Cookies: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

                    Garnish (optional): Once cooled, you can sprinkle additional crushed candy canes on top of the cookies for an extra festive touch.

                      Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: About 24 cookies