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Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

Irresistibly Chewy Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

Delight in these Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies, featuring rich dark chocolate and refreshing peppermint, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour spooned and leveled
  • 3/4 cup Dutch Process Cocoa Powder or regular cocoa
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar packed tightly
  • 1/2 cup Granulated White Sugar
  • 2 large Egg Yolks at room temperature
For Flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon Peppermint Extract can be omitted
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Bean Paste/Extract
For the Chocolatey Goodness
  • 1 cup Peppermint Chips Andes brand recommended
  • 1 cup Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips
For Optional Topping
  • 1/2 cup Crushed Candy Canes

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Baking Sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream softened unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add egg yolks, peppermint extract, and vanilla, mixing until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in peppermint chips and semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  6. Shape the dough into 18 equal balls, placing them two inches apart on the baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, adjusting time based on desired texture.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for two minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Cookies can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to 1 week. Freezing is also an option for up to 2 weeks.

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