Celebrate the Holidays with Sweet Peppermint Flavor
Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies are the ultimate holiday treat. Loaded with dark chocolate chips and crushed candy canes, they are soft, chewy, and perfect for sharing. Each bite combines rich chocolate with a refreshing peppermint crunch, making these cookies ideal for festive gatherings or cozy nights at home.
Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies: Soft, Chewy & Festive
- Total Time: 3 hours 39 minutes
- Yield: 27 cookies 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, chewy, and festive. Loaded with dark chocolate and crushed candy canes, perfect for holiday baking or gift-giving.
Ingredients
12 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
1 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp fine sea salt
3/4 cup dark chocolate bar or chocolate chips
1/4 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
1.
2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
3. Cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
4. Mix in egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
5. Combine flour, baking soda, and salt separately.
6. Add dry ingredients to wet mixture gradually.
7. Fold in chocolate and candy canes.
8. Chill dough for at least 3 hours.
9. Scoop dough onto baking sheet.
10. Bake 10–12 minutes until edges golden.
11. Cool on wire rack.
Notes
Chill dough for best texture.
Use quality dark chocolate.
Add extra candy canes on top for festive look.
Store in airtight container for freshness.
- Prep Time: 3 hours
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: peppermint cookies, chocolate chip cookies, holiday cookies, Christmas baking
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These cookies are not only delicious but also simple to make. Using everyday pantry ingredients, you can create a batch of festive cookies that taste bakery-quality. The dough is easy to handle and stays soft after baking. Crushed candy canes give a burst of peppermint flavor while chocolate adds depth.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 12 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 3/4 cup dark chocolate bar or chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until combined.
- Fold in dark chocolate and crushed candy canes.
- Chill the dough for at least 3 hours to enhance flavor and texture.
- Scoop dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool cookies on a wire rack before serving.
Tips for Perfect Cookies
- Chill the dough for the best texture and flavor.
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for richer taste.
- Add extra candy cane pieces on top for a festive look.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.