Description
These soft and chewy cookies are a perfect holiday treat, combining the richness of chocolate chips with the refreshing taste of peppermint. A simple and delightful way to enjoy a classic favorite with a minty twist!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips (optional, for extra chocolatey goodness)
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes (plus extra for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This will take about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla and peppermint extracts, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, mini chocolate chips (if using), and crushed peppermint candies.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Gently flatten each cookie dough ball with the back of a spoon or your fingers.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optionally, sprinkle with extra crushed peppermint on top for a festive touch!
Notes
- You can add extra peppermint extract if you prefer a stronger mint flavor.
- For a fun twist, drizzle melted chocolate on top once the cookies have cooled.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg