Description
Chocolate Peppermint Cookies are the perfect festive treat, combining rich chocolate flavor with a refreshing hint of peppermint. These soft and chewy cookies are packed with semi-sweet chocolate chips and crunchy pieces of candy cane, making them an indulgent dessert for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home. With their delightful aroma and festive appearance, these cookies bring the joy of the season to every bite. Whether you’re baking for a crowd or treating yourself, these Chocolate Peppermint Cookies are sure to impress.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies, plus extra for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy (2-3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in peppermint and vanilla extracts.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients; mix on low speed until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and crushed peppermint candies.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart; flatten slightly.
- Top each cookie dough ball with additional crushed peppermint.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are set; centers should be slightly soft.
- Let cool on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg