Description
Peppermint Mocha Cookies are the perfect festive treat, combining rich chocolate, refreshing peppermint, and a hint of coffee for a delightful holiday experience. These soft, chewy cookies are easy to make and will impress family and friends alike. Enjoy them with a warm beverage or as a cozy movie night snack. Bake a batch today and fill your home with delightful aromas this season!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy. Add egg and peppermint extract; mix well.
- Gradually fold in dry ingredients until just combined. Gently mix in chocolate chips and crushed candy canes.
- Drop tablespoons of dough onto prepared sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool before enjoying.
- 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: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg