Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies (Printable)
Soft, peppermint-kissed chocolate chip cookies with crushed candy canes—ideal for holiday treats.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
04 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
06 - 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
09 - 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
→ Mix-ins
10 - 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
11 - 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes, plus extra for garnish if desired
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined. Set aside.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with an electric mixer or sturdy whisk until light and creamy.
04 - Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract until fully incorporated.
05 - Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined without overmixing.
06 - Gently fold in chocolate chips and crushed peppermint candies.
07 - Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each about 2 inches apart.
08 - If desired, sprinkle extra crushed peppermint over the tops of the dough balls for decoration.
09 - Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden and centers remain soft.
10 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool fully.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The blend of cool peppermint and gooey chocolate feels like a secret wintry treat in every bite.
- This cookie’s festive look and flavor instantly became my go-to whenever I needed to impress guests with minimal fuss.
02 -
- If you leave the cookies in the oven even a minute too long, the peppermint hardens and the centers lose their chew—watch closely.
- Realizing the dough freezes beautifully was a game changer for surprise guests.
03 -
- Always use parchment paper for easy release and perfect bottoms every time.
- A pinch of flaky sea salt on top just before baking really makes the flavors pop.