Description

Indulge in the festive spirit with these delightful Christmas peppermint cookies! Combining rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint, these soft, chewy treats are topped with crushed candy canes for a holiday crunch. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights by the fire, they promise to bring joy and sweetness to your celebrations. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, baking these cookies is a joyful tradition you won’t want to miss!

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup cocoa powder
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
1/2 cup crushed candy canes

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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 powder, and salt; set aside.
In another bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
Beat in eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
Fold in chocolate chips and crushed candy canes gently.
Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Cool on wire racks.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 150
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 85mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg