Description
Chocolate Peppermint Cookies are a delightful blend of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint, perfect for cozy gatherings or sweet indulgence any time of the year.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Crushed candy canes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in peppermint extract.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just blended.
- Fold in chocolate chips and optional crushed candy canes.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are firm but centers remain soft. Cool on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 117
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg