12 Days of Cookies-Day 3: Pepermint Meltaways

Another family favorite....enjoy!

Peppermint Meltaways

1 cup Butter softened ( I use non-salted butter like Land o'lakes)
1/2 cup confectioners sugar
1/2 tsp. peppermint extract
1 1/4 cups flour
1/2 cup cornstarch

Frosting:
2 TBSP. Butter softened
1 1/2 cups confectioners sugar
2 TBSP milk
1/4 tsp Peppermint extract
2-3 drops of red food coloring
1/3 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes

1) In small bowl, cream butter and confectioners sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in extract.

2) Combine flour and cornstarch in a small bowl then gradually add to butter micture and mix well.

3) Shape into 1-in. balls. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes (oven temps vary) or until bottoms are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.

4) In small bowl, beat butter until fluffy. Add in confectioners sugar, milk, peppermint extract and food coloring; beat until smooth. Spread over cookies and sprinkle with crushed candies. Store in airtight container.