Description
Indulge in the warmth of the season with these delectable Peppermint Mocha Cookies. Each bite delivers a delightful blend of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint, making them the perfect treat for holiday gatherings or cozy nights by the fire. Soft, chewy, and adorned with chocolate chips, these cookies are sure to create lasting memories with every sweet moment shared.
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar (light)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Crushed candy canes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing in vanilla extract and peppermint extract until creamy.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are set but centers remain soft. Allow to cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg