Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Irresistible Peppermint Mocha Cookies, perfect for cozy holiday gatherings. Each soft, chewy cookie beautifully combines rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint, evoking warm memories of laughter and love. Easy to prepare, these cookies are sure to impress friends and family. Bake a batch today and elevate your holiday experience!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 4 oz unsweetened baking chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Melt chopped baking chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth; set aside.
- In a separate bowl, whisk granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until light and fluffy.
- Stir in melted chocolate mixture and peppermint extract until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and crushed candy canes.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft; cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg