Divine Christmas Candy Cane Cookies Recipe

Mix the dough until it comes together, firm and smooth. Divide it into two equal balls. To one ball, add a few drops of food coloring and knead it in until the color is uniform and streak-free. Wrap both dough balls tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes, or until they're firm enough to handle without sticking.

Once chilled, take a walnut-sized piece of both the colored and plain dough. On a lightly floured surface, roll each piece into a rope about 10–12 cm long and roughly the same thickness. Aim for even ropes so they twist nicely.