Description

These Chocolate Peppermint Cookies combine rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint flavors to create a perfect treat for the holidays or any time you crave a festive, chewy cookie with a delightful peppermint kick. Easy to make with accessible ingredients, they offer a soft center with crisp edges and melty chocolate pockets, topped with crunchy crushed peppermint candies.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

3/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1 teaspoon peppermint extract

Add-ins & Toppings

1 cup chocolate chips
1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies

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Instructions

Prep Your Ingredients: Gather and measure all ingredients before starting. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and cocoa.
Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a mixer, beat the room temperature butter with granulated and brown sugars until the mixture is fluffy and light in color, ensuring a soft and chewy texture.
Combine Wet and Dry Components: Add the egg and peppermint extract to the creamed butter mixture and mix until smooth. Gradually add the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing.
Fold in Chocolate Chips and Peppermint Candies: Gently fold in the chocolate chips and crushed peppermint candies evenly without breaking down the dough.
Scoop and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, place dough onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain slightly soft.
Cool and Enjoy: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely, preserving their texture.

Notes

Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to improve baking consistency and flavor.
Use high-quality cocoa powder for richer chocolate flavor.
Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender.
Remove cookies from the oven as soon as edges are set to maintain soft centers.
Crush peppermint candies just before baking to keep their crunch and flavor fresh.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 25mg