Ingredients For the Peppermint Meltaways
These easy peppermint meltaways are deliciously sweet and easy to make! You probably have most of the ingredients on hand. For exact measurements, scroll to the bottom of the post.
Peppermint Cookie
Unsalted Butter: Softened butter is best when mixing dough. Powdered Sugar: This adds a light and fluffy sweetness! Peppermint Extract: Find this in the baking aisle by the spices. All-purpose Flour: A very common flour for baked goods. Cornstarch: Adds a light and fluffy texture to the cookies. Candy Canes: Crushed candy canes are used for sprinkling on top because they’re so cute.
Peppermint Cream Cheese Frosting
Cream Cheese: Make sure you set your cream cheese on the counter to get it to room temperature. Salted Butter: Salted butter is great for baking. Powdered Sugar: Powdered sugar is a must for adding sweetness. Peppermint Extract: More extract flavor is delicious in the cream cheese frosting. You will LOVE it!
Recipe For Peppermint Meltaways
Grab the kids and make these fun peppermint meltaways! With a quick, easy recipe and creamy peppermint frosting, they’re perfect. Just sprinkle with crushed candy canes, and you’re all set. Can’t wait for you to try them!
Peppermint Meltaways
Peppermint Cream Cheese Frosting
Change the Extract Flavors: The easiest way to change the flavor is to change the extract! Experiment with your favorite flavors because you really can’t go wrong. Vanilla, almond, and orange extract flavors are my favorite, but you choose yours. Add Zest: The zest of any citrus fruit is a great way to pack in flavor! I love adding zest in the spring and summer. Lemon, lime, and orange zest are all delicious. Frosting: Any flavor of frosting would be delicious on these meltaway cookies. For instance, buttercream or chocolate would be my first pick. Additionally, it’s fun to change the color of the frosting. Simply use food coloring to match the theme of your party! Add Nuts: Add chopped nuts to the dough or on top of the frosting. Pistachios and pecans would be yummy!
At Room Temperature: Place cooled meltaway cookies in an airtight container. Then, store them at room temperature for up to 1 week. In the Freezer: Once the cookies are baked and cooled, you can store them in the freezer. Use a piece of parchment paper between layers. This prevents the frosting from sticking to other cookies.
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