Deliciously Chewy Chocolate Peppermint Cookie Delight

Indulge in these Chocolate Peppermint Cookies packed with festive flavors for the holiday season.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 12

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 32

Servings: 12 cookies

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cookie Base

1.5 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
1/3 cup cocoa powder Dutch-process cocoa recommended
1 cup sugar brown sugar adds moisture
0.5 cups butter softened; can substitute with coconut oil
1 large egg room temperature preferred
1 teaspoon baking powder can replace with baking soda

For the Peppermint Flavor

1 cup chocolate peppermint bark can swap with white or dark chocolate
1/2 cup crushed candy canes can substitute with crushed nuts

Equipment

mixing bowls
Oven
cookie sheets
Parchment Paper
cookie scoop

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then add the room-temperature egg.
Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until fully combined.
Fold in the chopped peppermint bark evenly into the cookie dough.
Portion the dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space in between.
Bake for 12-14 minutes, monitoring for firm edges and soft centers.
Sprinkle crushed candy canes on top while cookies are still warm.
Cool cookies on a wire rack to let flavors mature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings and can be stored for later enjoyment.

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