Description
Enjoy these delightful Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies, a festive holiday classic that combines rich chocolate with invigorating peppermint for an irresistible flavor. These cookies are easy to make, perfect for any skill level, and offer a wonderfully chewy texture with slightly crisp edges. They are ideal for holiday gatherings, cookie exchanges, or as a sweet treat anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Crushed peppermint candies or candy canes (for topping, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla and peppermint extracts. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between cookies.
- Optional: Sprinkle crushed peppermint candies or candy canes on top.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a more intense peppermint flavor, consider infusing fresh mint leaves in the butter.
- Measure ingredients accurately for the best texture and flavor.
- Rotate baking sheets midway through baking for even cooking.
- Chilling the dough for 30-60 minutes can improve texture and prevent spreading.
- Experiment with different chocolate types like dark or white chocolate.
- Add a teaspoon of instant espresso powder for a mocha twist.
- Incorporate chopped walnuts or pecans for added crunch.
- Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend for a gluten-free option.
- For extra peppermint flavor, add crushed peppermint candies into the dough.
- Layer with chopped peppermint bark for a peppermint bark cookie variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: N/A