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Candy Cane Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup crushed candy canes

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 F. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda. In another large bowl, combine softened butter with sugar until smooth.
  2. Add in egg and peppermint extract, and mix until smooth. Add in the flour mixture, and mix until a thick dough forms. Fold in chocolate chips and crushed candy canes.
  3. Roll the cookie dough into balls, and place at least 2-inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes.