Peppermint Green Crinkle Cookies
Delight in the holiday spirit with these Peppermint Green Crinkle Cookies, perfect for celebrating Christmas or St. Patrick's Day! Inspired by the charming cookbook 'Honest Pretzels,' this revamped recipe adds an extra touch of peppermint goodness that your family and friends will love. These vibrant, chewy cookies are sprinkled with green sugar crystals, giving them a festive look that's as enchanting as their flavor. Ideal for cookie exchanges and festive gatherings, these treats will become a staple in your holiday baking repertoire, leaving everyone craving more!
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
real butter
1/2 cup (melted)
sugar
3/4 cup (granulated)
peppermint extract
1 teaspoon (pure)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (pure)
egg
1 (beaten)
milk
1/4 cup (whole or preferred choice)
all-purpose flour
2 cups (sifted)
baking powder
2 teaspoons
salt
1/4 teaspoon (kosher or sea salt)
green sugar crystals
1 (2 1/4 ounce) jar (for mixing into dough and decorating)
Hershey chocolate kisses or chocolate chips
as needed (for decorating)
white chocolate chips
as needed (optional for decorating)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Peppermint Green Crinkle Cookies?
They are vibrant, chewy, peppermint-flavored cookies decorated with green sugar crystals, perfect for holiday gatherings.
What holidays are these cookies ideal for?
These cookies are perfect for celebrating Christmas or St. Patrick's Day.
What inspired this specific recipe?
This recipe was inspired by the cookbook 'Honest Pretzels' and revamped with extra peppermint flavor.
How much butter is required for the recipe?
You will need 1/2 cup of real butter.
Should the butter be melted?
Yes, the 1/2 cup of real butter should be melted before use.
How much sugar is used in the dough?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of granulated sugar.
What type of peppermint extract should I use?
The recipe specifies 1 teaspoon of pure peppermint extract.
Is vanilla extract included in the ingredients?
Yes, the recipe uses 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
How many eggs are needed?
You need 1 egg for this recipe.
How should the egg be prepared?
The egg should be beaten before being added to the mixture.
What type of milk can be used?
You can use 1/4 cup of whole milk or your preferred milk choice.
How much flour is necessary?
The recipe requires 2 cups of all-purpose flour.
Does the flour need to be sifted?
Yes, the all-purpose flour should be sifted.
How much baking powder is used?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of baking powder.
What kind of salt is recommended?
You can use 1/4 teaspoon of either kosher or sea salt.
What gives the cookies their green color?
A 2 1/4 ounce jar of green sugar crystals is used for both the dough and decoration.
How much green sugar crystal content is needed?
One 2 1/4 ounce jar is required.
Can I add chocolate to these cookies?
Yes, Hershey chocolate kisses or chocolate chips can be used for decorating as needed.
Are white chocolate chips an option?
Yes, white chocolate chips are optional for decorating.
How is the texture of the cookies described?
The cookies are described as being chewy.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 12 ingredients listed for this recipe.
What type of cookies are these?
They are categorized as drop cookies.
Are these cookies suitable for cookie exchanges?
Yes, they are considered ideal for cookie exchanges and festive gatherings.
What are the primary flavor tags for this recipe?
The primary flavor tags include peppermint and green cookies.
Is there nutritional information like calories available?
No, nutritional information such as calories, fat, and carbohydrates is not provided in this recipe data.
What is the serving size for this recipe?
The specific serving size and number of servings are not specified in the current recipe data.
Can I use these for a St. Patrick's Day party?
Yes, the green color and festive look make them perfect for St. Patrick's Day.
Are there instructions provided in the raw data?
The provided instructions field is currently empty in the raw data.
What is the preparation for the green sugar crystals?
They are intended for both mixing into the dough and decorating the outside.
Is the peppermint flavor prominent?
Yes, the recipe description notes an extra touch of peppermint goodness compared to the original inspiration.