Description
Chocolate Peppermint Cookie Cups are the ultimate holiday indulgence, blending rich chocolate with a refreshing peppermint twist. These soft, cookie-like cups are filled with a creamy mint filling and topped with crunchy crushed candy canes, creating a delightful treat that’s perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights. With a simple preparation process and an irresistible flavor, these cookie cups will have everyone reaching for seconds!
Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- Granulated Sugar
- Baking Soda
- Salt
- Unsalted Butter
- Egg
- Peppermint Extract
- Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
- Crushed Candy Canes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and peppermint extract to the butter mixture; mix well.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully blended.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Spoon dough into muffin tins, shaping them into cups. Bake for 12-15 minutes until slightly puffed.
- Sprinkle crushed candy canes on top while warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg