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Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies for Holiday Joy

Delight in the festive flavors of Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies, combining rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint in every chewy bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Spoon and level for accuracy.
  • 3/4 cup Cocoa Powder (Dutch Process) Deepens chocolate flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Essential leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Softened for optimal blending.
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Delivers sweetness and moisture.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated White Sugar Provides sweetness.
  • 2 large Egg Yolks Use room temperature for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Peppermint Extract Infuses cookies with mint flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Bean Paste or Extract Adds aromatic sweetness.
  • 1 cup Peppermint Chips (Andes) Use chocolate chips as a substitute if preferred.
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Elevates chocolate experience.
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Crushed Candy Canes Add for a festive finish.

Equipment

  • Electric Mixer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream the softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated white sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add egg yolks, peppermint extract, and vanilla; mix until well combined.
  4. Sift in flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; mix until just combined.
  5. Fold in peppermint and semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  6. Scoop dough into 18 balls and place on the baking sheets, ensuring enough space.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, checking for soft centers and set edges.
  8. Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack; sprinkle with crushed candy canes if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week. Freeze for up to 2 weeks.

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