Description
Indulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies, a perfect treat for any occasion. These delightful cookies combine the deep flavor of dark chocolate with refreshing peppermint, creating a chewy center filled with melty chocolate chips. Ideal for holiday gatherings, cozy nights in, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, these cookies promise to impress everyone who tries them. Their festive flair makes them an exciting addition to dessert tables and holiday parties alike.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 6 tablespoons Dutch-process cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup peppermint chips
- 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons crushed candy canes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add egg yolks, peppermint extract, and vanilla bean paste; mix until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until just combined.
- Fold in peppermint and chocolate chips gently.
- Using a cookie scoop, form dough balls and place them on prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes; cool for two minutes on the sheets before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg