Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies are a festive treat that combines rich chocolate with refreshing peppermint for an irresistible flavor experience. With a melt-in-your-mouth texture and delightful bursts of chocolate, these cookies evoke the cozy warmth of winter evenings. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a special indulgence, they are sure to leave everyone craving more.
- 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 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla and peppermint extracts.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough onto prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Cool on baking sheets for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 134
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg