Description
These double chocolate peppermint cookies are rich, fudgy, and full of holiday magic. One bite and they disappear faster than you can bake the next batch.
Ingredients
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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3/4 cup light brown sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon peppermint extract
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
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1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
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Add eggs, vanilla, and peppermint extract, mixing until smooth.
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Whisk dry ingredients in a separate bowl.
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Mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
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Fold in chocolate chips and crushed peppermint.
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Chill dough for 30 minutes.
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Scoop dough onto baking sheets, spacing evenly.
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Bake for 9 to 11 minutes until edges set.
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Cool briefly, then transfer to a rack and enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25mins