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Candy Cane Kiss Cookies

These easy Candy Cane Kiss Cookies are festive, budget-friendly, and perfect for any sweet cravings, combining peppermint flavor with a soft, chewy cookie base crowned by a chocolate candy kiss.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, Holiday
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 130 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Butter is the backbone here and gives flavor and structure.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetness and a little structure.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure. Measure properly to avoid dense cookies.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder A light lift for slightly puffy cookies.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract Provides the signature peppermint flavor.
  • 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies For texture and sparkle.
  • 12 pieces Hershey’s Candy Cane Kisses The finishing touch that melts slightly into the cookie.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until pale and smooth.
  • Stir in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and peppermint extract until combined.
  • Fold in the crushed peppermint candies.
  • Roll the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place them on the prepared sheet 2 inches apart.

Baking

  • Bake for 10–12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
  • Immediately press a Hershey’s Candy Cane Kiss into the center of each hot cookie.
  • Cool on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

Use softened butter for best results. Avoid overbaking and use parchment paper instead of foil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 60mgSugar: 8g
Keyword Baking, Candy Cane Cookies, Easy Cookie Recipe, Holiday Cookies, Peppermint Cookies
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