These festive cookies combine rich chocolate, a hint of peppermint, and a creamy white chocolate finish. Topped with crushed peppermint bits, they’re perfect for holiday gatherings or as a seasonal treat to share with loved ones!
Author:Laura
Prep Time:35 minutes
Cook Time:32minutes
Total Time:1 hour 30 minutes
Yield:44 cookies 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
1 2/3 cups (237g) all-purpose flour
1 cup (98g) unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened but still firm
1 1/4 cups (250g) granulated sugar
3/4 cup (160g) packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp peppermint extract
For Dipping and Topping:
16 oz white chocolate, broken or chopped
1/4 cup finely crushed peppermint bits (e.g., King Leo candies)
Instructions
Prepare the Oven:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with silicone baking mats or parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt for about 20 seconds. Set aside.
Cream the Butter and Sugars:
In the bowl of an electric stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
Add Wet Ingredients:
Mix in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla and peppermint extracts.
Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients:
With the mixer on low, gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined.
Shape the Dough:
Scoop the dough into rounded tablespoon-sized balls (about 25 grams each). Flatten slightly and place on prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Bake the Cookies:
Bake one sheet at a time for about 8 minutes. Cookies should appear slightly under-baked. Cool on the baking sheet for several minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Dip in White Chocolate:
Melt white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl at 50% power in 30-second intervals, stirring between intervals until smooth. Dip half of each cooled cookie into the melted white chocolate.
Add Peppermint Topping:
Sprinkle the dipped portion with crushed peppermint bits. Chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to set.
Store and Serve:
Store in an airtight container and enjoy as a holiday treat!
Notes
Storage: Keep cookies fresh in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Freezing Tip: You can freeze unbaked cookie dough balls for up to 3 months. Bake directly from frozen, adding 1–2 minutes to the baking time.