The Pirate Post

SANTA’S SECRET RECIPE

By: Ava Lenze

For many years, cookies have been a symbol of togetherness and sharing goodness. Families come together, add the ingredients, roll the dough, and decorate them with sprinkles, showing how working together creates a delicious final product. The sweet aroma of a freshly baked cookie fills homes and puts all those around us in a jolly mood, especially in the holiday season. Food brings people together through conversations, by offering comfort, and creating bonds through shared meals. Traditions of recipes being passed down through families and bringing people together show the true magic of love and family. Many also give cookies as gifts; they are personal and homemade. Some families participate in cookie exchanges and decorating, bringing families together even if they don’t see each other every day. Cookies are more than just a sweet treat; they bring people together, growing the true meaning of Christmas.

Peppermint and White Chocolate Cookies 

Ingredients

▢1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

▢1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temp

▢3/4 cup white chocolate chips

▢1/2 cup crushed candy canes plus more

for dipping

▢1 pinch salt

▢1/4 tsp baking soda

▢1 pinch baking powder

▢1 egg room temp

▢1/2 cup sugar plus 1 tbsp

▢1/2 tsp vanilla extract

▢1/4 tsp peppermint oil

Instructions

  1. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. While the mixer is running, add the egg, then the vanilla and peppermint oil.
  4. Slowly add the flour mixture and scrape the bowl down.
  5. Add the white chocolate chips and crushed candy canes and mix until just incorporated. 
  6. Place the cookie dough on a parchment-lined cookie sheet using an ice cream scoop if you have one. I recommend a 2-tablespoon-sized portion for each cookie. 
  7. Dip each ball of cookie dough into a bowl filled with crushed candy canes. 
  8. Chill on a baking sheet for 5-10 minutes in the refrigerator. Bake at 350°F for about 6 to 7 minutes. 
  9. Allow to cool on a cookie sheet and enjoy!

https://preppykitchen.com/white-chocolate-peppermint-cookies/