Description
Delight in the festive flavors of these Irresistible Peppermint Mocha Cookies, combining rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint in every bite. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights by the fire, these cookies are a delightful treat that will have everyone reaching for more. Easy to make, even for beginner bakers, they promise an explosion of flavor and a sprinkle of holiday cheer with crushed candy canes on top.
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)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¼ cup crushed candy canes
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 a separate bowl, beat softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and peppermint extracts.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix. Fold in chocolate chips and crushed candy canes.
- Drop rounded dough balls onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Allow cookies to cool on the sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg