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Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
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Indulge in the joyful blend of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint with these delightful Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies have a chewy texture and are packed with melty chocolate chips and vibrant peppermint pieces. The warm aroma that fills your kitchen while baking will make it hard to resist enjoying them straight out of the oven. Whether you’re making them for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or simply as a sweet treat for yourself, these cookies are sure to please everyone. Easy to prepare and deliciously satisfying, you’ll want to keep this recipe on hand all year round!

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 6 tbsps cocoa powder, Dutch process
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated white sugar
  • 2 egg yolks, at room temperature
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract
  • 1 tsp vanilla bean paste or extract
  • 1/2 cup peppermint chips
  • 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tbsp crushed candy canes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add egg yolks, peppermint extract, and vanilla bean paste; mix until well combined.
  4. Gradually add in flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; mix gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in peppermint chips and semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  6. Scoop dough into balls and place them two inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes depending on your preference for chewiness or crispiness.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

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