1 cup unsalted butter, softened..................................1 cup powdered sugar
1 large egg.................................................................1 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract..........................................1/4 tsp. peppermint extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour.......................................1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt...........................................................1/2 teaspoon red food coloring
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Preheat oven to 350. Line a couple of baking sheets with parchment paper.
Mix first 6 ingredients together well. Add flour, baking powder and salt. Mix well. Divide dough into 2 equal portions. Add food coloring to 1 portion. Blend well.
Forming the canes:
Roll 1 teaspoon of each color dough into ropes and 5-1/2-inches long. Lay them side by side. Pinch ends together. Twist to form a spiral. Carefully lay on baking sheets. Shape to form canes.
Bake at 350 for about 8-10 minutes until pale gold. Cool on sheet for 2 to 3 minutes then remove. Makes about 2-3 dozen