Pink Peppermint Cookies Recipe
Pink Peppermint Cookies are a great snack. Delicious with the flavor of peppermint, these are a great tea time accompaniment. Guaranteed to be loved by all, these cookies are a must-try!!
Summary
Preparation Time30 MinCooking Time10 Min
Ready In40 MinDifficulty LevelMedium
Main IngredientPeppermint
Ingredients
Shortening - 1/2 cup
Sugar - 3/4 cup
Egg - 1
Essence of peppermint - 1/4 teaspoon
Red vegetable food coloring - 12 drops
Sifted flour - 1 1/4 cups
Instant non-fat dry milk - 1/2 cup
Baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon
Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
Chopped nuts
Directions
MAKING
1) Combine the shortening and sugar, and cream till light and fluffy.
2) Add in the egg, peppermint, and food coloring and beat till well blended.
3) Combine and sift the flour, milk, baking powder, and salt.
4) Add into the creamed mix and blend till a soft dough.
5) Refrigerate for about 1/2 hour.
6) Between two sheets of waxed paper, add half the dough and roll out to 1/8-inch thickness.
7) Cut with a 2-inch cookie cutter.
8) Arrange on an ungreased baking sheet.
9) Top with chopped nuts.
10) Place in the oven at 350°F and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or till edges are lightly browned.
SERVING
11) Serve lightly dusted with sugar.
1) Combine the shortening and sugar, and cream till light and fluffy.
2) Add in the egg, peppermint, and food coloring and beat till well blended.
3) Combine and sift the flour, milk, baking powder, and salt.
4) Add into the creamed mix and blend till a soft dough.
5) Refrigerate for about 1/2 hour.
6) Between two sheets of waxed paper, add half the dough and roll out to 1/8-inch thickness.
7) Cut with a 2-inch cookie cutter.
8) Arrange on an ungreased baking sheet.
9) Top with chopped nuts.
10) Place in the oven at 350°F and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or till edges are lightly browned.
SERVING
11) Serve lightly dusted with sugar.
