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peppermint chocolate chip cookies

These delightful peppermint chocolate chip cookies combine the rich flavors of chocolate and the refreshing taste of peppermint for a festive treat. Perfect for the holiday season or any time you crave a sweet indulgence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 electric mixer or whisk
  • 1 measuring cups
  • 1 measuring spoons
  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 parchment paper
  • 1 cooling rack
  • 1 cookie scoop or spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • ½ cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes Ensure they are not too large for even distribution.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips and crushed peppermint candies until evenly distributed.
  • Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may appear slightly underbaked; they will set as they cool.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a more intense peppermint flavor, you can add a few drops of peppermint extract to the dough.
Ensure that the crushed peppermint candies are not too large to maintain an even distribution in the cookie dough.
Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.