Peppermint Chocolate Christmas Cookies
Indulge in the festive spirit with these Peppermint Chocolate Christmas Cookies. These soft and chewy delights combine rich chocolate with a refreshing peppermint twist, filling your home with a delightful holiday aroma. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, each bite is a sweet reminder of the magic of the season. With simple ingredients and easy instructions, you’ll be spreading holiday cheer and impressing friends and family in no time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup crushed candy canes (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla and peppermint extracts.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips gently.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Sprinkle crushed candy canes on top while warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to achieve chewier cookies. Experiment with different types of chocolate or add nuts for extra texture.