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Kris Kringle Crinkles

Kris Kringle Crinkles: Festive Peppermint Cookie Bliss

Kris Kringle Crinkles are a delightful holiday tradition combining peppermint flavor with a beautiful snowy coating, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Butter, softened Ensure butter is at room temperature for easy creaming.
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness and contributes to the cookie's structure.
  • 2 large Eggs Use room temperature eggs for optimal emulsification.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor; can be substituted with almond or lemon extract.
  • 1 teaspoon Peppermint Extract Substitute with mint extract if desired.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps cookies rise into fluffy perfection.
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides the bulk and structure for these cookies.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Used for coating the cookies.

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a stand mixer, combine 1 cup of softened butter with 1 ½ cups of granulated sugar. Beat on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add 2 large room-temperature eggs, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon of peppermint extract to the mixture. Mix on low speed until fully blended.
  3. Sprinkle in ½ teaspoon of baking soda while the mixer is on low speed. Mix just until blended.
  4. Slowly add 3 cups of all-purpose flour, one cup at a time, mixing on low until just combined.
  5. Divide the dough into two equal portions. Add red food coloring to one half and green to the other, kneading gently until the color is evenly distributed.
  6. Cover both portions of dough and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  7. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Roll the chilled dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
  8. Roll each ball of dough in powdered sugar until thoroughly coated. Arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  9. Bake for 9-10 minutes, until edges are set but centers remain soft. Let them rest before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.1mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing to maintain a soft texture.

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