Candy Cane Snowball Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup crushed candy canes
• Additional 1/2 cup powdered sugar for rolling

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, cream together butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Gradually add to butter mixture, mixing until dough forms.
4. In a shallow bowl, mix together crushed candy canes and 1/2 cup powdered sugar.
5. Form dough into 1-inch balls, roll each ball in candy cane and sugar mixture to coat, and place on prepared baking sheets.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are lightly browned. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Candy canes were first created in the 1670s in Germany.
• The red and white stripes of the candy cane symbolize the blood of Jesus and his purity.
• Candy canes are the most popular Christmas candy in the United States.