Candy Cane Cookies

Here is another Christmas cookie option! I haven't made these, but they sure do sound good! Let me know if you like them!

CANDY CANE COOKIES

1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
1 cup confectioners’ sugar
1 egg
1/2 tsp. peppermint extract
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1 cup finely crushed candy canes
3 Tbsp. granulated sugar

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Coat cookie sheets with nonstick cooking spray. In a large bowl, cream the butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and the peppermint and vanilla extracts; beat until well blended. Gradually add the flour and salt; mix until thoroughly blended. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill for 1 hour. In a small bowl, combine the crushed candy canes and the granulated sugar. Shape the chilled cookie dough into 1 1/2 inch balls then roll each in the candy cane mixture, coating completely. Place 2 inches apart on the cookie sheets. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until golden. Immediately remove to wire racks to cool completely. About 3 dozen cookies.