Print

Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies: The Best Festive Treats

Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies
Print Recipe

Indulge in the festive flavors of peppermint and chocolate with these delicious cookies.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.
  3. Add in the eggs, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips and crushed peppermint candies.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Let cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • For an extra festive touch, sprinkle more crushed peppermint on top before baking.
  • These cookies can be made ahead of time and frozen for later enjoyment.

Nutrition

Keywords: Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies, festive cookies, holiday treats

Find it online: https://quicksavory.net/peppermint-chocolate-chip-cookies/