Description

These christmas Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies deliver a delightful mix of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint flavors. With simple prep and festive appeal, they are perfect for holiday celebrations and sharing with loved ones.

Ingredients

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12 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg, at room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
3/4 cup chopped dark chocolate or chocolate chips
1/4 cup crushed candy canes

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla to the mixture and beat until combined.
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and sea salt.
Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Fold in the chocolate and crushed candy canes, reserving some for topping.
Scoop the dough into tablespoons, cover with plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.
Once chilled, place dough balls on baking sheets and bake for about 9 minutes until edges are golden.
Let cookies cool on baking sheets before transferring to a wire rack and sprinkle reserved candy canes on top.

Notes

Chilling the dough helps enhance flavor and texture; don’t be tempted to skip this step!
You can substitute different types of chocolate for a unique flavor twist.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg