Candy Cane Kisses Recipe
🍭 Name: Candy Cane Kisses
🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
🥄 Servings: 48 kisses
🎄 Category: Drop Cookies
🔍 Keywords: Candy, Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Kid Friendly, Christmas, < 30 Mins, Oven, Easy
🌟 Rating: 4.5 (from 5 reviews)
Description:
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of Candy Cane Kisses, a festive treat perfect for sharing during the holiday season. These easy-to-make drop cookies are infused with the classic flavors of candy canes, offering a burst of minty freshness in every bite.
Ingredients:
- 4 egg whites (at room temperature)
- 1 1/4 cups sugar
- 1/4 cup finely crushed candy canes
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 21.6
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 4.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 5.2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 5.2g
- Protein: 0.3g
Instructions:
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Preheat oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Beat egg whites: In a mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until they form very stiff peaks. It’s important that the egg whites are at room temperature for optimal results.
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Gradually add sugar: Gradually add the sugar to the beaten egg whites, incorporating it three tablespoons at a time. Beat well after each addition to ensure proper mixing.
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Fold in crushed candy canes: Gently fold in the finely crushed candy canes until they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture. This will infuse the cookies with the delightful flavor of minty candy canes.
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Prepare cookie sheets: Grease a cookie sheet or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
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Drop cookie dough: Using a heaping teaspoon, drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared cookie sheet, leaving space between each cookie to allow for spreading during baking.
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Bake: Place the cookie sheet in the preheated oven and bake the cookies at 300 degrees Fahrenheit for 25-30 minutes, or until they are lightly golden brown on the edges.
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Optional topping: If desired, sprinkle the tops of the cookies with additional crushed candy canes before baking for added festive flair.
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Cool and serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, these Candy Cane Kisses are ready to be enjoyed!
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Optional tinting: For a fun twist, you can tint the cookie dough by adding a few drops of food coloring to the mixture before baking. This allows you to customize the color of your Candy Cane Kisses to suit any occasion or holiday theme.
These Candy Cane Kisses are not only delicious but also make a charming addition to any holiday dessert spread. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or simply craving a sweet treat, these minty cookies are sure to delight both young and old alike. Enjoy the magic of the holiday season with every bite of these irresistible Candy Cane Kisses!
