Confession time: I actually stock up on Andes Peppermint Crunch Baking Chips during the holiday season so I can bake with them year round. Anybody else do this? They are my favorite and they have such a short season that I grab them when I can! This Peppermint Swig Cookie recipe blends traditional sugar cookies with festive peppermint chips that have just a bit of crunch and a vanilla sour cream frosting to make the finest peppermint cookies for the Christmas season! The frosting not only adds to the taste but also makes these Christmas cookies so pretty and fun so the perfect cookie for a Christmas party or as a gift during the holiday season. For more delightful holiday treats with a generous layer of frosting, check out my recipes for Soft Frosted Eggnog Cookies, Frosted Peppermint Candy Cane Brownies, Frosted Copycat Swig Sugar Cookies, Fudgy Frosted Mint Brownies, and the Best Sugar Cut Out Cookies decorated with Easy Royal Icing for Sugar Cookies!
Why We Love This Recipe
The sour cream in the frosting adds a subtle tang, balancing the sweetness of the powdered sugar and complementing the peppermint flavor of the cookies. The combination of buttery, soft sugar cookies with the wintery bite of peppermint makes these cookies an absolute standout during the holiday season. And the pale pink and red tones are a total vibe.
What You’ll Need
Scroll down to the recipe card below this post for ingredient quantities and full instructions.
Granulated Sugar – The backbone of any good sugar cookie, granulated sugar not only sweetens the dough but also helps the edges of the cookies become crispy when baked. Salted Butter – Butter adds richness and flavor to the cookies, and using it at room temperature ensures it creams well with the sugar. Vegetable Oil – This helps keep the cookies moist and tender. Sour Cream – Adds moisture and a slight tang to the cookies, balancing the sweetness. Vanilla Extract – A classic flavor enhancer for any cookie recipe. All-Purpose Flour – The main structure of the cookie, it provides the necessary body and chew. Baking Powder – Helps the cookies rise and become fluffy. Salt – Just a pinch to balance the flavors. Andes Peppermint Crunch Baking Chips or Crushed Candy Canes – These add the distinctive peppermint flavor and festive look. Powdered Sugar – For sweetness and structure in the frosting. Red Food Coloring – Gives the frosting a festive, holiday look. Milk – Used to adjust the consistency of the frosting. Optional Sprinkles, Crushed Candy Canes, or Coarse Sanding Sugar – For decorating and adding texture.
How to Make Peppermint Copycat Swig Cookies
Tips for Success
Make sure your butter, sour cream, and eggs are at room temperature. This ensures even mixing and a smoother cookie dough. Mix the dough just until the ingredients are combined. Overmixing can lead to tough cookies. Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized cookies. This ensures they all bake at the same rate. If the dough is too soft, chill it for 30 minutes before shaping. This makes it easier to handle and helps the cookies hold their shape while baking. Adjust the frosting to a spreadable consistency. If it’s too thick, add a bit more milk; if too thin, add more powdered sugar. It should be smooth and spreadable, but not runny. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. This prevents them from breaking. If using sprinkles or crushed candy canes, decorate the cookies while the frosting is still soft so they stick better.
Substitutions and Variations
Replace all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free cookie. Greek yogurt can be a great substitute for sour cream in both the cookie dough and frosting.
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Start with the amount of milk suggested in the recipe and add more, a teaspoon at a time, until it is smooth and spreadable but not runny. If it’s still too thick, add a bit more milk; if it becomes too thin, add more powdered sugar.
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