{"id":35397,"date":"2022-12-14T02:42:00","date_gmt":"2022-12-14T09:42:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/?p=35397"},"modified":"2025-06-04T14:04:04","modified_gmt":"2025-06-04T21:04:04","slug":"candy-cane-cookies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/candy-cane-cookies\/","title":{"rendered":"Candy Cane Cookies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>These Candy Cane Cookies are a classic, must-make Christmas recipe. Peppermint-flavored sugar cookie dough is gently formed into the shape of candy canes&mdash;perfect for holiday parties or a treat for Santa!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"Candy Cane Cookies are a classic, must-make Christmas cookie recipe. Peppermint-flavored sugar cookie dough is formed into red-and-white candy cane shapes. Perfect for holiday cookie plates or a treat for Santa! #sugarhero #candycanecookies #christmascookies #candycanes\" data-pin-title=\"Candy Cane Cookies\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-1.jpg\" alt=\"Candy Cane Cookie leaning up against a glass of milk.\" class=\"wp-image-48217\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-1-276x414.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-1-128x192.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-1-378x567.jpg 378w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-1.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"%f0%9f%8e%84a-fun-candy-cane-cookie-recipe-for-christmas\">&#127876;A Fun Candy Cane Cookie Recipe for Christmas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These Candy Cane Cookies are a <strong>twist<\/strong> on the usual sugar cookie recipe. (<em>pause for groans<\/em>) Cheesy jokes aside, they are a fun and delicious change from standard sugar cookies, and their bright, vibrant color, minty flavor, and signature shape make them a great addition to any holiday <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/category\/cookies\/\">cookie assortment<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many different ways to make candy cane cookies, but after a lot of experimentation I&rsquo;ve found the assembly method I like best. Traditionally, they&rsquo;re made by twisting two different strands of dough together. However, I&rsquo;ve found that I prefer starting with a two-tone layered dough, because you can get a smoother cookie with more twists that way. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read on for a full tutorial showing how to make, shape, and bake these candy cane cookies, and don&rsquo;t miss the video taking you through the steps! I&rsquo;m sharing lots of tips and tricks so you can nail these cookies the first time, but if you want to skip right to the recipe, you can jump to the <a href=\"#recipe\">recipe card at the bottom<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"block-tip is-style-border has-background has-quaternary-background-color\"><div class=\"cwp-inner\">\n\n<p class=\"block-tip__title is-style-heading has-big-font-size\">More Christmas Cookies<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re looking for more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/tag\/christmas-recipes\/\">Christmas recipes<\/a>, you&rsquo;ll love some of our most popular cookie recipes, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/christmas-pinwheel-cookies\/\">Pinwheel Cookies<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/snowball-cookies\/\">Pecan Snowball Cookies<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/big-soft-sugar-cookies\/\">Big Soft Sugar Cookies<\/a> &ndash; these are a reader favorite!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And, if you love peppermint as much as I do, don&rsquo;t miss my collection of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/35-peppermint-desserts\/\">35 Peppermint Dessert Recipes<\/a>! <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"Candy Cane Cookies are a classic, must-make Christmas cookie recipe. Peppermint-flavored sugar cookie dough is formed into red-and-white candy cane shapes. Perfect for holiday cookie plates or a treat for Santa! #sugarhero #candycanecookies #christmascookies #candycanes\" data-pin-title=\"Candy Cane Cookies\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-2.jpg\" alt=\"Candy Cane Cookies standing up in a clear glass with gold and silver dot accents.\" class=\"wp-image-48218\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-2-276x414.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-2-128x192.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-2-378x567.jpg 378w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-2-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-2.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\" open><summary><span><h2 id=\"table-of-contents\">Table of Contents<\/h2><\/span><\/summary><ul><li><a href=\"#%f0%9f%8e%84a-fun-candy-cane-cookie-recipe-for-christmas\">&#127876;A Fun Candy Cane Cookie Recipe for Christmas<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#%f0%9f%a7%be-what-youll-need\">&#129534; What You&rsquo;ll Need<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#wprm-recipe-container-35421\">Candy Cane Cookies Recipe<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#%f0%9f%93%8b-instructions\">&#128203; Instructions<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#tips\">&#128161; Tips For Cookie Success<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#%f0%9f%92%a1-troubleshooting-and-faqs\">&#128161; Troubleshooting and FAQs &nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/details>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"%f0%9f%a7%be-what-youll-need\">&#129534; What You&rsquo;ll Need<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"Candy Cane Cookies are a classic, must-make Christmas cookie recipe. Peppermint-flavored sugar cookie dough is formed into red-and-white candy cane shapes. Perfect for holiday cookie plates or a treat for Santa! #sugarhero #candycanecookies #christmascookies #candycanes\" data-pin-title=\"Candy Cane Cookies\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-ingredients.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead shot of ingredients needed to make Candy Cane Cookies.\" class=\"wp-image-48227\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-ingredients.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-ingredients-276x414.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-ingredients-128x192.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-ingredients-378x567.jpg 378w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-ingredients-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-ingredients-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-ingredients-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-ingredients-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-ingredients.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Ingredients<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This recipe uses standard baking ingredients, so chances are you have most of the necessities on hand. Here are a few tips to keep in mind as you gather ingredients. (<em>Links are affiliate links and I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #ffedf1 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\"><strong>Butter:<\/strong><\/span><\/strong> Your butter should be at room temperature to make these cookies. This means it&rsquo;s pliable but cool&ndash;you don&rsquo;t want it to be greasy and melty. I always recommend unsalted butter in baking, so you can control the precise amount of salt. If you only have salted butter, use that but omit the additional salt in the recipe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #ffedf1 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\"><strong>Cream Cheese<\/strong><\/span>: Cream cheese gives these cookies a soft, tender texture. Be sure to use blocks of cream cheese and not the &ldquo;whipped&rdquo; variety in the tub. I always recommend using full-fat cream cheese instead of light varieties.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #ffedf1 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Egg Yolk:<\/span><\/strong> You&rsquo;ll need one egg yolk. Here&rsquo;s my full <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/how-to-separate-eggs\/?swcfpc=1\">guide to separating egg yolks and whites<\/a> if you need a refresher, and don&rsquo;t throw away that egg white&ndash;you can save it for a future batch of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/meringue-cookies\/?swcfpc=1\">Meringue Cookies<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/swiss-meringue-buttercream-recipe\/?swcfpc=1\">buttercream<\/a>!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #ffedf1 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Peppermint Extract:<\/span><\/strong> Peppermint extract adds a minty, holiday flavor to these cookies. It&rsquo;s easy to find in grocery stores, usually in the baking or spices section. If you&rsquo;re purchasing online, I prefer this <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3j2KmWV\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Peppermint Bakery Emulsion<\/a> from LorAnn over a traditional alcohol-based extract. It can stand up to high heat, so the flavor doesn&rsquo;t evaporate during baking and it produces consistent results, every time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #ffedf1 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Red Food Coloring:<\/span><\/strong> For the best results, you will want to use gel food coloring. It is more concentrated than typical water-based colorings, so you don&rsquo;t have to use as much coloring to get strong, vibrant shades. I use and recommend Americolor gel coloring. For this recipe, I used <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3G8exSH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Americolor Super Red<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"Candy Cane Cookies are a classic, must-make Christmas cookie recipe. Peppermint-flavored sugar cookie dough is formed into red-and-white candy cane shapes. Perfect for holiday cookie plates or a treat for Santa! #sugarhero #candycanecookies #christmascookies #candycanes\" data-pin-title=\"Candy Cane Cookies\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-3.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead shot of Candy Cane Cookies scattered on a pink marble background.\" class=\"wp-image-48219\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-3-276x414.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-3-128x192.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-3-378x567.jpg 378w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-3-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-3-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-3.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Equipment<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list yellow-lowlight-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #fff9e8 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Baking Sheet:<\/span>&nbsp;<\/strong>Quality <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3j5GCUJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">aluminum baking sheets<\/a> will keep the bottoms of the cookies from burning and help cookies bake evenly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #fff9e8 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Mixer:<\/span><\/strong> You&rsquo;ll need a mixer to make the dough. Either a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/31xijBW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">stand mixer<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3uX8A8d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">hand mixer <\/a>will work fine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #fff9e8 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\"><strong>Parchment Paper:<\/strong><\/span>&nbsp;I never bake directly on my baking sheets&ndash;it&rsquo;s all about the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3e7b0Xf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">parchment<\/a>, baby! Save time and cleanup by using silicone liners or parchment paper when baking cookies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #fff9e8 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Rolling Pin:<\/span><\/strong> I love the French style <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3o1NAJQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">rolling pin<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #fff9e8 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Kitchen Scale (Optional):<\/span> <\/strong>When possible, I recommend using a<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3g1U4nv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> kitchen scale<\/a> to measure out ingredients by weight. Weighing ingredients is faster and more accurate than using volume measurements, plus there&rsquo;s less clean-up!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"block-quick-links cwp-large style-square layout-grid\"><div class=\"block-quick-links__header\">\n\n<p class=\"is-style-heading has-big-font-size\">&#10084;&#65039; More Christmas Sugar Cookies<\/p>\n\n<\/div><div class=\"block-quick-links__inner\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/christmas-pinwheel-cookies\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/christmas-pinwheel-cookies-square-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Hand with red fingernail lifting up a Christmas Pinwheel Cookie from a stack of cookies.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/christmas-pinwheel-cookies-square-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/christmas-pinwheel-cookies-square-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/christmas-pinwheel-cookies-square-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/christmas-pinwheel-cookies-square-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/christmas-pinwheel-cookies-square-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/christmas-pinwheel-cookies-square-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/christmas-pinwheel-cookies-square-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/christmas-pinwheel-cookies-square.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/christmas-pinwheel-cookies-square.jpg\"><span>Christmas Pinwheel Cookies<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/big-soft-sugar-cookies\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/big-soft-sugar-cookies-square-2-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Plate of frosted sugar cookies with Christmas lights in the background.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/big-soft-sugar-cookies-square-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/big-soft-sugar-cookies-square-2-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/big-soft-sugar-cookies-square-2-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/big-soft-sugar-cookies-square-2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/big-soft-sugar-cookies-square-2-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/big-soft-sugar-cookies-square-2-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/big-soft-sugar-cookies-square-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/big-soft-sugar-cookies-square-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/big-soft-sugar-cookies-square-2.jpg\"><span>Big Soft Sugar Cookies with Frosting (plus Video!)<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/peppermint-pinwheel-cookies\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/peppermint-pinwheel-cookies-square-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Plate of Peppermint Pinwheel Cookies.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/peppermint-pinwheel-cookies-square-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/peppermint-pinwheel-cookies-square-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/peppermint-pinwheel-cookies-square-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/peppermint-pinwheel-cookies-square-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/peppermint-pinwheel-cookies-square-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/peppermint-pinwheel-cookies-square-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/peppermint-pinwheel-cookies-square-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/peppermint-pinwheel-cookies-square.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/peppermint-pinwheel-cookies-square.jpg\"><span>Peppermint Pinwheel Cookies<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/stained-glass-cookies\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/stained-glass-cookies-square-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Hand holding a Stained Glass Cookie with a blue center over a box of more cookies.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/stained-glass-cookies-square-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/stained-glass-cookies-square-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/stained-glass-cookies-square-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/stained-glass-cookies-square-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/stained-glass-cookies-square-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/stained-glass-cookies-square-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/stained-glass-cookies-square-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/stained-glass-cookies-square.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/stained-glass-cookies-square.jpg\"><span>Stained Glass Cookies<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/christmas-present-cookie-boxes\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/edible-christmas-cookie-boxes-FEATURED-IMAGE-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Close-up of Edible Christmas Cookie Box with cookies and 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sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/edible-christmas-cookie-boxes-FEATURED-IMAGE.jpg\"><span>Edible Christmas Cookie Boxes (Recipe &amp; Tutorial)<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/vintage-christmas-card-cakes\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/vintage-christmas-card-cakes-no-spread-sugar-cookie-featured-image-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Cookie cutters, plain cookies and decorated vintage sugar cookies.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/vintage-christmas-card-cakes-no-spread-sugar-cookie-featured-image-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/vintage-christmas-card-cakes-no-spread-sugar-cookie-featured-image-600x600.jpg 600w, 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Peppermint-flavored sugar cookie dough is formed into red-and-white candy cane shapes. Perfect for holiday cookie plates or a treat for Santa!<\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-columns wprm-block-text-bold\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-bold\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">46<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-bold\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">14<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-custom-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-custom-time-label\">Chilling Time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-bold\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time wprm-recipe-custom_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time-unit wprm-recipe-custom_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hr<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-bold\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">2<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hrs<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Yields<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-35421 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-text-buttons wprm-block-text-bold\" data-recipe=\"35421\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\" data-button-background=\"#d2016f\" data-button-accent=\"#ffffff\" data-button-radius=\"3px\">36<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-bold\">cookies<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n\t\n\t<div id=\"recipe-35421-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-35421-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"35421\" data-servings=\"36\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Ingredients<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings-container wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings-35421-container wprm-toggle-container wprm-toggle-buttons-container wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"--wprm-toggle-button-background: var(--wp--preset--color--background);--wprm-toggle-button-accent: var(--wp--preset--color--senary);--wprm-toggle-button-radius: 0;\"><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle wprm-toggle-active\" data-multiplier=\"1\" data-servings=\"36\" data-recipe=\"35421\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 1x\">1x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"2\" data-servings=\"36\" data-recipe=\"35421\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 2x\">2x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"3\" data-servings=\"36\" data-recipe=\"35421\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 3x\">3x<\/button><\/div><div class=\"wprm-unit-conversion-container wprm-unit-conversion-container-35421 wprm-unit-conversion-container-buttons wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--background);border-color: var(--wp--preset--color--senary);color: var(--wp--preset--color--senary);border-radius: 0;\"><button class=\"wprm-unit-conversion wprmpuc-active\" data-system=\"1\" data-recipe=\"35421\" style=\"background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--senary);color: var(--wp--preset--color--background);\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to US Standard\">US Standard<\/button><button class=\"wprm-unit-conversion\" data-system=\"2\" data-recipe=\"35421\" style=\"background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--senary);color: var(--wp--preset--color--background);border-left: 1px solid var(--wp--preset--color--senary);\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to Metric\">Metric<\/button><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;8 oz unsalted butter, ([adjustable]1[\/adjustable] cup), room temperature\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">8<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">unsalted butter<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(<span class=\"wprm-dynamic-quantity\">1<\/span> cup), room temperature<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;4 oz cream cheese, ([adjustable]1\/2[\/adjustable] cup), room temperature\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">cream cheese<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(<span class=\"wprm-dynamic-quantity\">1\/2<\/span> cup), room temperature<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;10 oz granulated sugar, ([adjustable]1.33[\/adjustable] cups)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">10<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">granulated sugar<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(<span class=\"wprm-dynamic-quantity\">1.33<\/span> cups)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 large egg yolk\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">large egg yolk<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2 tsp peppermint extract\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2mOrSLi\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">peppermint extract<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/2 tsp salt\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;16 oz all-purpose flour , ([adjustable]3.5[\/adjustable] cups)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">16<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">all-purpose flour <\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(<span class=\"wprm-dynamic-quantity\">3.5<\/span> cups)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;red gel food coloring, Americolor Super Red recommended\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3XQwWNb\" data-eafl-id=\"52454\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">red gel food coloring<\/a><\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">Americolor Super Red recommended<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\t<div class=\"wpforms-container one-line has-octonary-background-color wpforms-location-save_recipe_wprm\" id=\"wpforms-68604\"><form id=\"wpforms-form-68604\" class=\"wpforms-validate wpforms-form wpforms-ajax-form\" data-formid=\"68604\" method=\"post\" enctype=\"multipart\/form-data\" action=\"\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/35397\" data-token=\"bd2dc44a313376bf0ecf85f78b3aa74a\" data-token-time=\"1776167581\"><div class=\"wpforms-head-container\"><div class=\"wpforms-title\">Save this recipe!<\/div><div class=\"wpforms-description\">Get this sent right to your inbox, plus great new recipes weekly!<\/div><\/div><noscript class=\"wpforms-error-noscript\">Please enable JavaScript 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class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add the cream cheese, mix together until combined, then add the granulated sugar. Mix on medium speed for 30 seconds. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-35421-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add the yolk, peppermint extract, and salt, and mix until everything comes together.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-35421-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">With the mixer running on low, add the flour in a steady stream, and mix just until combined.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-35421-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Divide the dough in half. If you have a kitchen scale, each half should be about 18 ounces. Keep one half in the mixer, and add red gel food coloring to the dough. Mix just until the food coloring is incorporated and your dough is red. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-35421-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Roll each color out between two sheets of parchment to a long rectangle, approximately &frac14;\" thick, 5&rdquo; wide, and 18&rdquo; long. The dough will be soft, but by using the parchment paper, you should be able to work with it and form it into a rectangle. If you have too much trouble, refrigerate the dough briefly just until it&rsquo;s easier to work with. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-35421-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Chill the dough rectangles in the refrigerator for 10 minutes, then carefully stack the red on top of the white. Use a rolling pin to gently roll over the rectangle and meld the two colors together. You should now have a two-toned rectangle about &frac12;&rdquo; thick, 5\" wide, and 18&rdquo; long. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, about 45 minutes. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-35421-step-0-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Use a sharp knife to cut thin strips from the rectangle. Start cutting at the top of long side and cut across the short side. Each strip should be about &frac12;-inch wide and 5-inches long. Roll the strip between your hands until the edges round out. Start to twist the dough gently with your fingers, creating a red-and-white spiral pattern. Curve one end of the dough around to form a hooked candy cane shape, and place on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-35421-step-0-8\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Repeat with the rest of the dough and more baking sheets until you&rsquo;ve made about 36 candy cane cookies. If the dough starts to tear and becomes hard to work with during this process, refrigerate it briefly to firm up.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-35421-step-0-9\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Preheat the oven to 350 F (175 C). Stick one of the baking sheets of cookies in the freezer while the oven preheats, so the cookies are chilled but not actually frozen when going in to bake. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-35421-step-0-10\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Bake the cookies for 12-14 minutes. The color won&rsquo;t change much, but they will puff up and lose their raw shine, and the bottoms will be light golden. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-35421-step-0-11\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Cool completely before removing from the baking sheet. Store Candy Cane Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. <\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class=\"cwp-food-measuring-tips\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header\">Measuring Tips<\/h3>\n\t\t<p>Our recipes are developed using weight measurements, and we highly recommend using a kitchen scale for baking whenever possible. However, if you prefer to use cups, volume measurements are provided as well. PLEASE NOTE: the adage &ldquo;8 oz = 1 cup&rdquo; is NOT true when speaking about weight, so don&rsquo;t be concerned if the measurements don&rsquo;t fit this formula.<\/p>\n\t\t<p>Want to learn more about baking measurements and conversion?<\/p>\n\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/frequently-asked-questions\/#measurements\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\">Learn More<\/a><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-35421-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Nutrition<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">135<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">18<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">22<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">44<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">20<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">207<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-call-to-action wprm-call-to-action-simple\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground);background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--quaternary);margin: 0px;padding-top: var(--wp--custom--layout--padding);padding-bottom: var(--wp--custom--layout--padding);\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-call-to-action-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g class=\"nc-icon-wrapper\" fill=\"var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"><path fill=\"var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\" d=\"M12,2.162c3.204,0,3.584,0.012,4.849,0.07c1.366,0.062,2.633,0.336,3.608,1.311 c0.975,0.975,1.249,2.242,1.311,3.608c0.058,1.265,0.07,1.645,0.07,4.849s-0.012,3.584-0.07,4.849 c-0.062,1.366-0.336,2.633-1.311,3.608c-0.975,0.975-2.242,1.249-3.608,1.311c-1.265,0.058-1.645,0.07-4.849,0.07 s-3.584-0.012-4.849-0.07c-1.366-0.062-2.633-0.336-3.608-1.311c-0.975-0.975-1.249-2.242-1.311-3.608 c-0.058-1.265-0.07-1.645-0.07-4.849s0.012-3.584,0.07-4.849c0.062-1.366,0.336-2.633,1.311-3.608 c0.975-0.975,2.242-1.249,3.608-1.311C8.416,2.174,8.796,2.162,12,2.162 M12,0C8.741,0,8.332,0.014,7.052,0.072 c-1.95,0.089-3.663,0.567-5.038,1.942C0.639,3.389,0.161,5.102,0.072,7.052C0.014,8.332,0,8.741,0,12 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href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/explore\/tags\/SugarHero\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">#SugarHero<\/a>. We love to see your creations on our Instagram <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/elabau\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">@elabau<\/a>.<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Don&rsquo;t miss the step-by-step tutorial showing <strong>how to make Candy Cane Cookies<\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/web-stories\/cute-candy-cane-cookies-for-santa\/\">check out the web story here!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"%f0%9f%93%8b-instructions\">&#128203; Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&rsquo;s a photo tutorial showing how to make Candy Cane Cookies. Full instructions and nutrition information are included in the <a href=\"#recipe\">recipe card down below<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-2.jpg\" alt=\"Two photo collage showing how to mix up the dough for Candy Cane Cookies.\" class=\"wp-image-48229\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-2-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-2-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-2.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-description=\"Candy Cane Cookies are a classic, must-make Christmas cookie recipe. Peppermint-flavored sugar cookie dough is formed into red-and-white candy cane shapes. Perfect for holiday cookie plates or a treat for Santa! #sugarhero #candycanecookies #christmascookies #candycanes\" data-pin-title=\"Candy Cane Cookies\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-3.jpg\" alt=\"Two photo collage showing how to mix up the dough for Candy Cane Cookies.\" class=\"wp-image-48230\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-3-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-3.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Cream together ingredients<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li>Beat room-temperature butter with a mixer until cream. Add cream cheese and sugar, and mix again until light, smooth, and fluffy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add the egg yolk, peppermint extract, and salt, and mix until everything comes together.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-title=\"Candy Cane Cookies\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-4.jpg\" alt=\"Two photo collage showing the desired texture for Candy Cane Cookie dough.\" class=\"wp-image-48231\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-4-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-4-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-4-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-4.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Add the flour<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li>Turn the mixing speed down to low and steadily stream in your flour. Mix until everything just comes together. Finish by scraping down the bottom and sides of the bowl with a spatula, so everything gets incorporated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The dough should be soft but not sticky.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-description=\"Candy Cane Cookies are a classic, must-make Christmas cookie recipe. Peppermint-flavored sugar cookie dough is formed into red-and-white candy cane shapes. Perfect for holiday cookie plates or a treat for Santa! #sugarhero #candycanecookies #christmascookies #candycanes\" data-pin-title=\"Candy Cane Cookies\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-5.jpg\" alt=\"Two photo collage showing how to color and roll out the dough for Candy Cane Cookies.\" class=\"wp-image-48232\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-5-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-5-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-5-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-5.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Divide the dough<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li>Divide the dough in half. Use red gel food coloring to dye one half of the dough a vibrant red color.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place each half of your dough between two sheets of parchment paper. Use a rolling pin to roll each into a long, 1\/4-inch thick rectangle, about 5&Prime; wide x 18&Prime; inches long.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-description=\"Candy Cane Cookies are a classic, must-make Christmas cookie recipe. Peppermint-flavored sugar cookie dough is formed into red-and-white candy cane shapes. Perfect for holiday cookie plates or a treat for Santa! #sugarhero #candycanecookies #christmascookies #candycanes\" data-pin-title=\"Candy Cane Cookies\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-6.jpg\" alt=\"Two photo collage showing how to layer and cut dough for Candy Cane Cookies.\" class=\"wp-image-48233\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-6-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-6-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-6-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-6.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"7\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li>Chill your dough briefly before stacking the red rectangle on top of the plain rectangle. Use your rolling pin to meld the colors and flatten the dough to about &frac12;&rdquo; thick. Refrigerate again until firm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Starting at the top of the longer side, use a sharp knife to cut thin strips across the width of the rectangle. Each strip should be about &frac12;-inch wide and 5-inches long.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-description=\"Candy Cane Cookies are a classic, must-make Christmas cookie recipe. Peppermint-flavored sugar cookie dough is formed into red-and-white candy cane shapes. Perfect for holiday cookie plates or a treat for Santa! #sugarhero #candycanecookies #christmascookies #candycanes\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-7.jpg\" alt=\"Four photo collage showing the progressing of shaping a Candy Cane Cookie.\" class=\"wp-image-48234\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-7-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-7-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-7-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-7-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-7-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-7.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Shape the cookies into candy canes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"9\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li>Roll one strip of cookie dough between your hands until the edges round out. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Start to twist the dough gently with your fingers, creating a red-and-white spiral pattern. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Continue to twist &ndash;gently!&ndash; until you&rsquo;re happy with the stripe design.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-description=\"Candy Cane Cookies are a classic, must-make Christmas cookie recipe. Peppermint-flavored sugar cookie dough is formed into red-and-white candy cane shapes. Perfect for holiday cookie plates or a treat for Santa! #sugarhero #candycanecookies #christmascookies #candycanes\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-9.jpg\" alt=\"Two photo collage showing candy cane cookies before they are baked.\" class=\"wp-image-48235\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-9.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-9-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-9-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-9-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-9-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-9-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-9.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Create the candy cane <\/span>shape<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"12\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li>Curve one end of the dough until your cookie resembles a candy cane.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place your cookies onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and repeat with the remaining dough. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-description=\"Candy Cane Cookies are a classic, must-make Christmas cookie recipe. Peppermint-flavored sugar cookie dough is formed into red-and-white candy cane shapes. Perfect for holiday cookie plates or a treat for Santa! #sugarhero #candycanecookies #christmascookies #candycanes\" data-pin-title=\"Candy Cane Cookies\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-20.jpg\" alt=\"Nine Candy Cane Cookies on a parchment-covered pink baking sheet.\" class=\"wp-image-48236\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-20.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-20-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-20-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-20-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-20-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-20-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-process-20.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bake and enjoy!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"14\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li>While you wait for the oven to preheat, pop the cookie sheets briefly into the freezer. Chilling the cookies before baking helps them keep their shape and prevents them from spreading too much.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bake for 12-14 minutes. They will puff up and lose their raw shine, but won&rsquo;t take on much color.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allow your baked candy cane cookies to cool completely before serving and enjoying!&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"Candy Cane Cookies are a classic, must-make Christmas cookie recipe. Peppermint-flavored sugar cookie dough is formed into red-and-white candy cane shapes. Perfect for holiday cookie plates or a treat for Santa! #sugarhero #candycanecookies #christmascookies #candycanes\" data-pin-title=\"Candy Cane Cookies\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-4.jpg\" alt=\"Hand about to dunk a candy cane cookie into a glass of milk.\" class=\"wp-image-48220\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-4-276x414.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-4-128x192.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-4-378x567.jpg 378w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-4-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-4-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-4-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-4-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-4.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-nonary-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-nonary-background-color has-background\" id=\"tips\">&#128161; Tips For Cookie Success<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To make picture-perfect cookies, follow these important tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Follow the recipe&nbsp;<em>exactly<\/em>.<\/strong>&nbsp;If you make substitutions, skip steps, or change the method, I can&rsquo;t guarantee your results. It&rsquo;s very important to <strong>use room temperature butter and cream cheese<\/strong>. I recommend reading through the recipe <em>at least twice<\/em> to make sure you feel comfortable with the entire process.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Measure with precision.<\/strong>&nbsp;Occasionally, readers have had problems with the dough becoming dry. This is <em>almost always<\/em> a result of accidentally adding <em>too much flour<\/em>. It&rsquo;s best to <strong>measure the flour by weight on a <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/46O5T9F\" data-eafl-id=\"62991\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">kitchen scale<\/a>. If measuring by volume with measuring cups is your only option, use the <strong>spoon and level method<\/strong>: carefully spoon the flour into your measuring cup taking care not to compact it, then use the back of a knife to level off the top. <strong>Do not dip your measuring cup into the flour bin<\/strong> to fill it. This will compact the flour and you&rsquo;ll end up with more flour per cup than the recipe calls for. <strong>More flour = dry cookies that don&rsquo;t spread.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don&rsquo;t overmix the dough.<\/strong> A common mistake when making cookies is overmixing the dough. (It&rsquo;s especially common if you use cold butter and cream cheese: it takes much longer to fully mix in cold ingredients.) If you continue mixing after the ingredients are combined, the gluten in the flour will become over-actived, and <strong>you&rsquo;ll end up with tough, dense cookies<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"%f0%9f%92%a1-troubleshooting-and-faqs\">&#128161; Troubleshooting and FAQs &nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li>Getting a bright red shade takes a <em>lot<\/em> of food coloring &mdash; it&rsquo;s just the nature of the beast! Using a high-quality gel color like <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3G8exSH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Americolor Super Red<\/a> is helpful, because you need to use less of it, so the texture and flavor of your cookies won&rsquo;t be affected. You can always use less food coloring if you prefer, but be aware that your cookies will probably be pink instead of red.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>These cookies make great edible gifts: add them to cookie plates, wrap them individually in cellophane, or package them with a cute mug and a packet of hot cocoa!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1700587211791\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What if the dough gets too soft or tears?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">This dough is fairly easy to work with, but that doesn&rsquo;t mean it&rsquo;s foolproof! You might find it gets too soft to roll out or work with, depending on your kitchen&rsquo;s temperature and how long the dough sits out at room temp. If you start struggling to roll or shape the cookies, give the dough a brief chill in the refrigerator. About 10-15 minutes is usually enough to make it workable again.<br><br>You can also add a bit of flour to your hands or work surface as a last resort, but I prefer to avoid adding additional flour whenever possible. Too much flour can make the cookies tough or dry.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1700587254942\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What type of baking sheet is best for baking sugar cookies?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">I prefer to bake my candy cane cookies on an&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3j5GCUJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">aluminum, non-insulated baking sheet<\/a>. I have found that dark-colored or thin baking sheets cook the bottoms of these cookies too quickly, leaving the centers underbaked. Insulated cookie sheets can give your cookies pale bottoms and non-crispy edges. If you&rsquo;re not sure which of your baking sheets to use, I suggest baking one or two cookies on each sheet and see which cookie texture you prefer.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-title=\"Candy Cane Cookies\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-9.jpg\" alt=\"Platter of Candy Cane Cookies, with one dunked in a glass of milk.\" class=\"wp-image-48225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-9.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-9-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-9-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-9-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-9-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-9-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-9.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Make-Ahead and Storage Instructions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Candy Cane Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. As with most cookies, their taste and texture is usually best within 3-4 days of baking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, you can <strong>freeze the cookie dough<\/strong> to bake at a later date. You have 2 choices here: you can make your cookie dough, dye it, and layer your two colors, then store your dough in the freezer for up to 3 months. When you&rsquo;re ready to bake, let your dough defrost in the fridge, shape into candy canes, and bake as normal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Or, you can fully form the candy cane cookies, then freeze the cookies on baking sheets so they retain their shape. Once frozen, transfer them into an airtight freezer container, and freeze for up to 3 months. When you&rsquo;re ready to bake, they can be baked from the freezer, but the cooking time might need to be slightly longer.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-description=\"Candy Cane Cookies are a classic, must-make Christmas cookie recipe. Peppermint-flavored sugar cookie dough is formed into red-and-white candy cane shapes. Perfect for holiday cookie plates or a treat for Santa! #sugarhero #candycanecookies #christmascookies #candycanes\" data-pin-title=\"Candy Cane Cookies\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-8.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of a Candy Cane Cookie in front of a pink background with twinkle lights.\" class=\"wp-image-48224\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-8.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-8-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-8-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-8-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-8-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-8-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/candy-cane-cookies-8.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"alignfull wp-block-ugb-button ugb-button-wrapper ugb-823c3b7 ugb-main-block ugb-main-block--inner-center ugb--has-block-background\"><style>.ugb-823c3b7 .ugb-block-content{justify-content:center !important}.ugb-823c3b7 .ugb-button1{background-color:#00abce;opacity:1;border-radius:46px !important}.ugb-823c3b7 .ugb-button1 .ugb-button--inner,.ugb-823c3b7 .ugb-button1 svg:not(.ugb-custom-icon){color:#ffffff !important}.ugb-823c3b7 .ugb-button1:hover{opacity:0.8}.ugb-823c3b7 .ugb-button1:before{border-radius:46px !important}.ugb-823c3b7 .ugb-button1.ugb-button--has-icon.ugb-button--has-icon svg{margin-right:10px;width:22px;height:22px}.ugb-823c3b7 .ugb-inner-block{text-align:center}@media screen and (min-width:768px){.ugb-823c3b7.ugb-button-wrapper{margin-top:-15px !important;padding-right:35px !important;padding-bottom:15px !important;padding-left:35px !important}}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block ugb-inner-block--center\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-button-container\"><a class=\"ugb-button1 ugb-button ugb-button--size-normal ugb-button--has-icon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/139470919702092017\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"\"><div class=\"ugb-icon-inner-svg\"><svg data-prefix=\"fab\" data-icon=\"pinterest\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-pinterest fa-w-16\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 496 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M496 256c0 137-111 248-248 248-25.6 0-50.2-3.9-73.4-11.1 10.1-16.5 25.2-43.5 30.8-65 3-11.6 15.4-59 15.4-59 8.1 15.4 31.7 28.5 56.8 28.5 74.8 0 128.7-68.8 128.7-154.3 0-81.9-66.9-143.2-152.9-143.2-107 0-163.9 71.8-163.9 150.1 0 36.4 19.4 81.7 50.3 96.1 4.7 2.2 7.2 1.2 8.3-3.3.8-3.4 5-20.3 6.9-28.1.6-2.5.3-4.7-1.7-7.1-10.1-12.5-18.3-35.3-18.3-56.6 0-54.7 41.4-107.6 112-107.6 60.9 0 103.6 41.5 103.6 100.9 0 67.1-33.9 113.6-78 113.6-24.3 0-42.6-20.1-36.7-44.8 7-29.5 20.5-61.3 20.5-82.6 0-19-10.2-34.9-31.4-34.9-24.9 0-44.9 25.7-44.9 60.2 0 22 7.4 36.8 7.4 36.8s-24.5 103.8-29 123.2c-5 21.4-3 51.6-.9 71.2C65.4 450.9 0 361.1 0 256 0 119 111 8 248 8s248 111 248 248z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><span class=\"ugb-button--inner\">Pin this recipe for later!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/139470919702092017\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1581\" data-pin-description=\"Candy Cane Cookies are a classic, must-make Christmas cookie recipe. 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About 10-15 minutes is usually enough to make it workable again.<br\/><br\/>You can also add a bit of flour to your hands or work surface as a last resort, but I prefer to avoid adding additional flour whenever possible. Too much flour can make the cookies tough or dry.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/candy-cane-cookies\/#faq-question-1700587254942","position":2,"url":"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/candy-cane-cookies\/#faq-question-1700587254942","name":"What type of baking sheet is best for baking sugar cookies?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"I prefer to bake my candy cane cookies on an\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3j5GCUJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">aluminum, non-insulated baking sheet<\/a>. I have found that dark-colored or thin baking sheets cook the bottoms of these cookies too quickly, leaving the centers underbaked. 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If you\u2019re not sure which of your baking sheets to use, I suggest baking one or two cookies on each sheet and see which cookie texture you prefer.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/35397","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=35397"}],"version-history":[{"count":47,"href":"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/35397\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":77099,"href":"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/35397\/revisions\/77099"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/48228"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=35397"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=35397"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=35397"},{"taxonomy":"table_tags","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/table_tags?post=35397"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}