Ingredients
1 c. butter
½ c. powdered sugar
½ t. peppermint extract
1-1/4 c. unbleached white all-purpose flour
½ c. cornstarch
Frosting
2 Tbls. butter, softened
1-1/2 c. powdered sugar
2 Tbls. milk
¼ t. peppermint extract
1-2 drops red food coloring, optional
½ c. crushed candy canes
Instructions
In a small bowl, cream butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in extract.
Combine flour and cornstarch; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.
Shape into 1-inch balls. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes or until bottoms are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.