Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies are the ultimate festive treat, bringing together rich dark chocolate and refreshing peppermint in every chewy bite. With melty chocolate chips and a delightful crunch from optional crushed candy canes, these cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in. Easy to prepare, they will quickly become a cherished recipe for any occasion. Whether you’re baking for friends or enjoying them yourself, these cookies offer a joyful indulgence that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: About 18 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 6 tablespoons Dutch process cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 egg yolks (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste (or extract)
- 1/2 cup peppermint chips (Andes)
- 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Optional: 2 tablespoons crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Add egg yolks, peppermint extract, and vanilla; mix until pale and airy.
- In another bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mix to the wet ingredients until fully combined.
- Fold in the peppermint chips and semi-sweet chocolate chips gently.
- Scoop dough into balls (about 18 total) and place them on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes; let cool on the baking sheet for two minutes before transferring to a rack.
- If desired, sprinkle warm cookies with crushed candy canes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg