Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Peppermint Chocolate Cookies! These irresistible treats combine rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint, delivering a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home, their warm aroma will have everyone flocking to the kitchen. Easy to make and visually striking, these cookies are sure to become a favorite anytime sweet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup crushed candy cane pieces (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat 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 with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and peppermint extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and optional candy cane pieces.
- Drop rounded portions onto ungreased baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are firm but centers remain soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg