Peppermint Melt-a-ways Recipe

Peppermint Melt-a-ways Recipe

Ingredients:

COOKIE:

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

FROSTING:

 
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons 2% milk
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
2 to 3 drops red food coloring, optional
1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies

Directions:

 Preheat oven 350°F

• In a small bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in extract. Combine flour and cornstarch; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.
• Shape into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. 
• Bake for 10-12 minutes or until bottoms are lightly browned. 
• Remove to wire racks to cool.
• In a small bowl, beat butter until fluffy. 
• Add the confectioners’ sugar, milk, extract and food coloring if desired; beat until smooth. 
• Spread over cooled cookies; sprinkle with crushed candies. 
• Store in an airtight container. 
• Yield: 3-1/2 dozen.

Note: Another great recipe for gift giving at Christmas!

Enjoy...