Peppermint Twist Kisses

Perfect for the holiday season, Peppermint Twist Kisses are a festive treat that combines buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies with the cool, refreshing flavor of peppermint. These eye-catching cookies feature a delightful swirl of red and white dough, creating a candy-cane-inspired design that's as fun to make as it is to eat. Each cookie is topped with a creamy peppermint candy kiss, delivering a burst of holiday cheer in every bite. With just 20 minutes of prep time and straightforward steps, this recipe is ideal for holiday baking with family or as a show-stopping addition to your cookie platter. Dust with powdered sugar for an extra touch of winter magic and serve these peppermint kisses at your next holiday gathering!

Nutriscore Rating: 37/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 10 drops red food coloring
• 24 pieces peppermint candy kisses
• 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until fully combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined to form a dough.

Step 6

Divide the dough in half. In one half, add the red food coloring and mix until the dough is evenly red.

Step 7

Take a small piece of plain dough and a small piece of red dough, roll them together into a marble-sized ball, and gently twist to create a swirled effect.

Step 8

Place the dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set but not browned. Remove from the oven.

Step 10

Immediately press a peppermint candy kiss into the center of each cookie while they are still warm.

Step 11

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Optional: Dust with powdered sugar for a festive touch before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1444.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5623.0

Total Fat 177.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 102.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 343.5mg	0%
Sodium 1415.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 970.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g	0%
Total Sugars 736.2g
Protein 49.6g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 62.8mg	0%
Iron 11.6mg	0%
Potassium 284.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.1%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 68.4%