Description
Savor the holiday spirit with Peppermint Hot Chocolate Cookies – a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint in every bite. These soft, chewy cookies are perfect for cozy nights by the fire or as delightful gifts for friends. With their festive crunch from crushed candy canes, they’re bound to impress anyone looking for a sweet winter treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips and crushed candy canes.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set; centers should remain soft.
- Enjoy warm or cool on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg