Description
Indulge in the festive joy of Peppermint Bark Cookies, where rich chocolate meets refreshing peppermint for a nostalgic treat. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are easy to make and sure to impress your friends and family. With their vibrant colors and delightful flavor, they embody the spirit of celebration while adding a touch of sweetness to your gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract; mix until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and crushed candy canes gently.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set; cool on the baking sheet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Experiment with dark or white chocolate for different flavors. For extra crunch, add chopped nuts or additional crushed candy canes on top before baking.