Step 1

Preheat oven to 375° F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, add the flour, baking powder and salt and mix together.

Step 3

In a separate large mixing bowl, add the butter and sugar and beat on medium speed with an electric mixer. (you can also use the bowl of a stand mixer)

Step 4

Add the vanilla and peppermint extracts and eggs one at a time, blending after adding.

Step 5

Then add in the dry ingredients gradually 1/2 cup at a time, blending after each addition until just barely incorporated. (careful not to overmix)

Step 6

Add a few drops of food coloring and knead the dough to incorporate the color fully.

Step 7

Place white sugar on a small plate or in a shallow bowl.

Step 8

With a cookie scoop, scoop approximately tablespoon size scoops, roll into a ball and then roll in the white sugar (or powdered sugar) to coat thoroughly.

Step 9

Place on lined baking sheet and press gently to flatten slightly.

Step 10

Press a heart-shaped candy sprinkle into the center of each dough ball.

Step 11

Bake for 8 minutes or until the bottoms are very slightly golden brown.

Step 12

Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.