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Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

Indulge in the rich flavors of Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies, a festive treat perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-Ins
  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Electric mixer
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips and two-thirds of the crushed peppermint candies.
  6. Scoop dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake at 350°F for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set.
  8. While warm, top with remaining crushed peppermint.
  9. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 2gFat: 11g

Notes

Feel free to customize by substituting chocolate chips or adjusting the amount of peppermint candies to your liking.

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