Peppermint Mocha Cookies Recipe
Chocolate Meets Peppermint Rich, chocolatey cookies with a hint of refreshing peppermint flavor.
Ingredients
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp peppermint extract
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 ½ tbsp instant espresso powder (or instant coffee)
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
Cream Butter and Sugars
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Add Eggs and Extracts
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract until combined.
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and instant espresso powder.
Add Dry Ingredients to Wet Ingredients
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in Chocolate Chips and Peppermint Candy
Using a spatula, fold in the chocolate chips and crushed peppermint candies. The dough will be thick and rich.
Scoop and Shape Cookies
Drop dough by rounded tablespoons (or use a cookie scoop) onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each about 2 inches apart.
Bake the Cookies
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes. The cookies should look set around the edges but still soft in the center.
Cool and Enjoy
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional Topping Ideas
For extra holiday flair, dip half of each cookie in melted chocolate and sprinkle with additional crushed peppermint candies.
Drizzle white or dark chocolate over the cookies for a festive design.
Enjoy your Peppermint Mocha Cookies with a hot cocoa or, of course, a peppermint mocha latte! They’re sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering. 🎄
About the Creator
Angelina Vasas
Hi, my name is Angelina Terise Vasas and I was born in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina on August 21, 1998. I am a Visual Artist, Photographer, and Digital Artist. I Love Cats! I look up to the heavens as a believer of God.
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Comments (3)
Nice!
Yum!!!
This recipe looks absolutely delicious! The combination of chocolate and peppermint is a classic holiday flavor pairing. The detailed instructions make it easy to follow, even for novice bakers. I love the idea of adding crushed peppermint candies for an extra festive touch. I can't wait to try this recipe and indulge in these yummy cookies. Thank you for sharing!