How to Make Peppermint Cookies

Several families in our neighborhood took a trip on the “Polar Express” to look at Christmas lights this past weekend.  I volunteered to bring cookies and tried out a new recipe. They were a big hit, and I will definitely be making these again next year! Here’s how to make peppermint cookies.

The recipe I followed can be found here.

A Few Tips When Making Peppermint Cookies:

• I did not use the peppermint extract and I don’t think you need it. If you want more peppermint flavor, add more chopped kisses to the dough.
• When I tried placing the kisses on top and running them to the freezer, they still melted. So, I decided to just swirl the melted kisses around on top.  For the second and third dozen, I simply chopped extra kisses and sprinkled them on top for the same effect.  This was much easier, but probably not as cute as with the kiss on top!
• Found the peppermint kisses at Walmart in the seasonal food/candy aisle.
• The extra cookies went in a freezer bag and we will use to set out for Santa!  This recipe makes a lot of cookies and they freeze well!

I also made these White Chocolate Dipped Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies again this year and delivered to our neighbors along with our Christmas card. These are always a fan favorite if you are looking to try out a new recipe! XO