Get ready to transform your kitchen into a festive paradise with these irresistible Peppermint Crunch Chocolate Chip Cookies that will make your taste buds dance with joy! Imagine biting into a perfectly crisp cookie that combines the rich, decadent flavor of chocolate chips with the cool, refreshing crunch of peppermint - it's like a holiday party in your mouth! Whether you're looking to impress guests, create a magical holiday moment, or simply treat yourself to something extraordinary, these cookies are about to become your new seasonal obsession.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 36 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 cup crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add vanilla extract and eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition and scraping down the sides of the bowl.
- Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and crushed peppermint candies using a rubber spatula, ensuring even distribution throughout the dough.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set but still soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted - this creates the perfect cookie texture.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for maximum flavor impact.
- Crush peppermint candies just before adding to maintain their crisp texture.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can lead to tough cookies.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
- Let cookies cool completely to allow the peppermint candies to set and maintain their crunch.
- For extra festive presentation, sprinkle additional crushed peppermint on top of cookies while they're still warm.
- Store cookies in a single layer to prevent breaking the delicate peppermint pieces.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 30mg
