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Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

Chocolate peppermint cookies are the perfect holiday treat, combining rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint flavors in every bite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings 36
Calories 176kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs at room temperature
  • 2 cups flour
  • 3/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 1/2 cups Andes Peppermint Crunch
  • 6 candy canes crushed

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (176 C).
  • Cream butter and sugar until well combined; 1-2 minutes.
  • Add eggs and extracts and beat until light and fluffy; 1-2 minutes.
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, cocoa powder, baking soda, and powder, and stir together. Add to the batter and mix until well combined.
  • Stir in chocolate chips and Andes Peppermint Crunch.
  • Form small balls of dough (heaping 1 - 1 1/2 Tbsps); gently press the tops into crushed candy canes and arrange them 2 inches apart on an ungreased or parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 9-10 minutes. Remove from oven, cool for a couple of minutes on the baking pan, and then remove and allow to cool completely.

Nutrition

Calories: 176kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 100mg | Potassium: 57mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 176IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg