Description
Chocolate Dipped Peppermint Sugar Cookies are a festive treat that perfectly combines the softness of sugar cookies with a rich chocolate coating and a refreshing peppermint twist. Ideal for holiday celebrations, cozy evenings, or as delightful gifts, these cookies are sure to impress with their stunning appearance and irresistible flavor. Each bite offers a melt-in-your-mouth experience that will transport you to a winter wonderland.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and powdered sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in peppermint extract until combined.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just blended.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared sheets, spaced two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft. Cool on the sheets for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Melt dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Dip half of each cooled cookie into melted chocolate and sprinkle with crushed candy canes on top. Allow to set on parchment paper.
- 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: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg