Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the festive spirit with these Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies—each bite is a perfect harmony of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint. Soft, chewy, and studded with semi-sweet chocolate chips, these cookies are ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy moments at home. Easy to make and impossible to resist, experience the joy of baking as your kitchen fills with the warm, inviting aroma of these delightful treats.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time while mixing on low speed. Mix in peppermint extract until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined; fold in chocolate chips gently.
- Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden and centers are slightly underbaked. Cool on baking sheets for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg