Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe
Discover the joy of baking with these Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe. These festive delights combine the rich flavor of chocolate with refreshing peppermint, making them the perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a holiday or indulging in a cozy night at home, these cookies will fill your space with a delightful aroma and sweetness that everyone will love. Plus, they’re super easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, ensuring you always have a delicious dessert on hand.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
- 1 cup crushed peppermint candies (or peppermint chips)
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture; mix just until combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and crushed peppermint.
- Drop spoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Let cool for about 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg