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Chocolate Peppermint Cookie

Chewy Chocolate Peppermint Cookies for Holiday Magic

Delight in these Chocolate Peppermint Cookies that combine rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint for a festive treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour if needed
  • 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed cocoa delivers a richer taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda make sure it’s fresh for optimal rise
  • a pinch salt balances sweetness, enhancing overall flavor
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter can swap with margarine for a dairy-free option
  • 0.5 cups brown sugar feel free to use white sugar for a lighter cookie
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar sweetens the cookies perfectly
  • 1 large egg use a room-temperature egg for best mixing results
  • 1 cup Ghirardelli peppermint bark alternative chocolates can be switched in
  • 0.5 cups crushed candy canes optional or substitute with similar toppings

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • cookie scoop
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Combine the dry ingredients: whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  3. Cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Incorporate the room-temperature egg into the butter-sugar mixture until fully mixed.
  5. Gradually blend dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in chopped peppermint bark into the mixture.
  7. Scoop out portions of dough, approximately 1-2 tablespoons each, and place them on the baking sheets.
  8. Sprinkle crushed candy canes on top of each cookie dough ball before baking.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
  10. Cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cookies pair wonderfully with hot cocoa or milk for a cozy treat.

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