Description
Delicious and easy peppermint cookies loaded with chocolate and mint flavors, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract. Mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and crushed peppermint candies.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are firm.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
Be sure to use softened butter for the best texture. Optionally, experiment with alternative ingredients such as coconut oil for butter or a gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American