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Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

Indulgent Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies for Cozy Nights

These indulgent Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies are a must-try for winter celebrations full of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cocoa powder may substitute with carob powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Add-ins
  • 1 cup chocolate chips mix dark and milk for variety
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • baking sheets
  • wire racks
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Spatula

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Blend the dry mixture into the wet ingredients gradually until fully incorporated.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips and peppermint extract gently.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers are slightly soft.
  9. Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle with crushed candy canes for an extra festive flair.

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