Description
These Striped Peppermint Sandwich Cookies are the perfect holiday treat! With a refreshing peppermint coating and festive red stripes, these cookies are a delightful combination of chocolate and mint. They’re simple to make and make for an impressive, gift-worthy dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (12-ounce) package bright white candy melts
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract (plus additional for brushing)
- 22 chocolate sandwich cookies (such as Oreos)
- 1/2 teaspoon red or pink luster dust
Instructions
- Prepare the Candy Coating:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt the candy melts according to package directions. Stir in coconut or vegetable oil and 1 teaspoon of peppermint extract until smooth.
- Dip the Cookies:
- Using a fork, dip one cookie at a time into the melted candy coating. Tap the fork gently to remove excess coating.
- Place the coated cookies on the prepared baking sheet. Allow them to set at room temperature for about 20 minutes.
- Add Decorative Stripes:
- In a small bowl, mix luster dust with a few drops of peppermint extract to create a brushable paste.
- Use a small food-safe paintbrush to paint stripes or lines across the tops of the cookies.
- Store and Serve:
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- These cookies are perfect for holiday gifting or as a delightful party treat.
Notes
- Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. If you want to keep them for longer, you can refrigerate or freeze them for up to 3 months.
- Luster Dust: If you can’t find luster dust, edible glitter or colored sugar can be used for a similar decorative effect.
- Additions: For an extra pop of flavor, you can add crushed peppermint candies or sprinkles on top of the cookies before the coating hardens.
- Use Any Sandwich Cookie: You can swap the chocolate sandwich cookies with other cookies like vanilla, mint, or peanut butter sandwiches depending on your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0mg