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Decadent Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Delight in these Decadent Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies, a perfect festive treat for the holidays.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheets
  • cookie scoop
  • Parchment Paper

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar light or dark
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Peppermint Extract
  • 2 large Large Eggs
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
  • 1/2 cup Crushed Peppermint Candies

Instructions
 

How to Make Decadent Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter along with the granulated sugar and brown sugar until creamy.
  • Mix in the vanilla and peppermint extracts, then beat in the large eggs one at a time.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  • Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing gently.
  • Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and crushed peppermint candies.
  • Drop rounded dough balls onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers are set.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  • For an extra festive touch, sprinkle additional crushed peppermint on warm cookies.

Notes

These cookies can be served with hot cocoa for a delightful holiday treat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
Keyword baking, Chocolate Chip, Cookies, Dessert, Holiday Treats, Peppermint
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