Description
Delight in the festive spirit with these Christmas Peppermint Cookies! Bursting with sweet peppermint flavor and adorned with crushed candy canes, these cookies are a holiday favorite. They’re easy to make, perfect for gatherings, and sure to create lasting memories. Whether you enjoy them warm from the oven or gift them to loved ones, every bite is a delicious celebration of the season.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup crushed candy canes
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time followed by the peppermint extract; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add this mix to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in crushed candy canes and chocolate chips.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets about two inches apart and bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg