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peppermint cookies

These delightful peppermint cookies are a festive treat perfect for the holiday season. Soft, chewy, and infused with refreshing peppermint flavor, they are sure to impress friends and family alike.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 100 kcal

Equipment

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

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract For a more intense peppermint flavor, increase to 1 1/2 teaspoons.
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup peppermint candies, crushed Plus extra for garnish.
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips Optional.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract to the mixture. Beat well until combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Gently fold in the crushed peppermint candies and white chocolate chips (if using).
  • Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set.
  • Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
  • Once cooled, sprinkle additional crushed peppermint candies on top for garnish, if desired.

Notes

The cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
For a more intense peppermint flavor, you can increase the amount of peppermint extract to 1 1/2 teaspoons. Adjust to taste.
These cookies make a great addition to cookie trays and holiday parties!