Homemade Chocolate Peppermint Cookie
Get into the holiday spirit with these rich and festive chocolate peppermint cookies! Combining the luxurious taste of chocolate with the refreshing flavor of peppermint, these cookies are perfect for cozy gatherings, gifting, or simply enjoying with loved ones.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ tsp peppermint extract
- ½ cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the crushed peppermint candies and chocolate chips.
- Scoop dough by the tablespoon onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra festive flair, drizzle cookies with melted white chocolate or sprinkle with additional crushed candy canes.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.