Candy Cane Cookies Sandra Lee Recipe

Nostalgia in every bite! These Candy Cane Cookies, inspired by Sandra Lee's Food Network recipe, are a holiday tradition you'll love. Simple to make yet bursting with festive flavor, these addictive cookies are perfect for baking with family. The vibrant red and white swirl is guaranteed to bring holiday cheer to your kitchen and your cookie jar!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 82.3 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Candy Cane Cookies Sandra Lee

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How to Make Candy Cane Cookies Sandra Lee

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 16 oz (1 package) sugar cookie mix, 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter, 1 large egg, 4 oz (1/2 package) softened cream cheese, and 1/4 cup all-purpose flour.
  3. Mix until a dough forms.
  4. Divide the dough in half. Place each half into separate bowls.
  5. Gradually add red food coloring to one bowl of dough, kneading until you reach your desired shade of red.
  6. Add 1 teaspoon peppermint extract to the other bowl of dough and knead until combined.
  7. On a lightly floured surface, roll each dough portion into a 1/4-inch-thick rope, about 6 inches long.
  8. Twist red and white ropes together to create candy cane shapes.
  9. Place candy canes onto prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
  10. Bake on the top rack of the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
  11. Let cookies cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

19g

Carbs

1g

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