Peppermint Petites

Peppermint has been used for centuries to aid digestion and freshen breath. These Peppermint Petites not only taste delicious but can also provide a refreshing after-meal treat!

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Peppermint Petites

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 12 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Peppermint extract
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 5 drop Red food coloring
• ¹⁄₂ cup Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until well combined.
6. Divide the dough in half. Add red food coloring to one half and mix until evenly colored.
7. Take a small amount of dough from each color and roll into 1-inch balls.
8. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 10g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.