Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Peppermint Crinkle Cookies, where rich chocolate meets refreshing peppermint for a truly enchanting treat. These soft and chewy cookies are coated in powdered sugar, creating a stunning visual appeal perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can whip up a batch that fills your home with joyous aromas and makes holiday memories sweeter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- Powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla and peppermint extracts.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls, roll them in powdered sugar, and place them on prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until edges are set and centers remain soft. Cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg