Irresistible White Chocolate Candy Cane Cookies for Joyful Baking
Celebrate the holiday season with these festive white chocolate and candy cane cookies that are perfect for sharing and spreading joy.
Ingredients
Dough
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 1 cup white sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup crushed candy canes (for festive crunch)
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (plus more for dotting on top)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cream together butter, shortening, white sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs, vanilla, and peppermint extract; mix well. Gradually blend in flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Stir in crushed candy canes and white chocolate chips. Drop spoonfuls onto baking sheets.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until edges are golden. Dot with additional white chocolate chips if desired.
- Allow cookies to cool on wire racks before serving. Enjoy the festive treat!
Notes
For extra crunch, sprinkle additional crushed candy canes on top before baking.