Peppermint Canes

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. butter, softened
  • 2/3 c. granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. peppermint extract
  • 1/2 c. margarine, softened
  • 1 egg
  • 2 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
  • red and white ready-to-pipe icing (for decoration)

Instructions

  1. In large bowl, beat butter, margarine and sugar with electric mixer until pale and fluffy.
  2. Beat in egg and peppermint extract. Stir in flour until blended.
  3. If dough is too soft to hold shape, chill 15 to 30 minutes.
  4. Using a pastry bag fitted with plain #4 tube, pipe dough in 4-inch cane shapes, 1 inch apart, onto ungreased cookie sheet.
  5. Bake at 400° for 8 to 10 minutes, until edges are light golden.
  6. Remove to rack to cool.
  7. Decorate with icing.
  8. Store airtight.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

719 kcal 36% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.7g 11% DV
Total Fat 47.3g 61% DV
Carbs 70.4g 26% DV
Fiber 3.3g 12% DV
Sugar 25.9g 52% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 303.3mg 13% DV
Potassium 374.5mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 139.5mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 69.3mcg 8% DV
Vitamin C 10.8mg 12% DV
Calcium 133mg 10% DV
Iron 3.1mg 17% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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