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A Festive Holiday Delight Recipe

A Festive Holiday Delight Recipe
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Candy Cane Kiss Sugar Cookie Bars are a festive holiday treat combining classic sugar cookie flavors with the peppermint sparkle of candy cane kisses and crushed candy canes. These bars are soft, chewy, and perfect for holiday gatherings or gift-giving, offering a delightful peppermint twist on a traditional favorite.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1 cup candy cane kisses, unwrapped
  • 1/2 cup crushed candy canes

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cookie bars.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using a mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time followed by the vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and thoroughly blended.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or stirring by hand until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Incorporate Candy Cane Kisses and Crushed Candy Canes: Gently fold in the unwrapped candy cane kisses and crushed candy canes evenly throughout the dough.
  7. Prepare Baking Pan and Spread Dough: Grease a baking pan generously and spread the cookie dough evenly across the pan for consistent thickness.
  8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool and Cut: Allow the cookie bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares or bars for serving.

Notes

  • Ensure butter is softened, not melted, for the best texture.
  • Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to keep the bars tender.
  • You can substitute candy cane kisses with peppermint baking chips if unavailable.
  • Store cookie bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • For a crispier edge, bake a few minutes longer, but watch closely to avoid burning.

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Keywords: candy cane bars, sugar cookie bars, holiday cookies, peppermint cookie bars, Christmas dessert, festive cookies

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