Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Chocolate Peppermint Blossoms, where rich chocolate meets refreshing peppermint in a soft, chewy cookie. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights by the fire, these delicious treats are sure to impress with each bite. Their enchanting aroma and stunning appearance make them an absolute crowd-pleaser. Whether served alongside hot cocoa or gifted to loved ones, these cookies encapsulate the magic of the season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp pure peppermint extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- 3. In a large bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- 4. Beat in the egg and peppermint extract until fully incorporated.
- 5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients followed by folding in the chocolate chips.
- 6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- 7. Bake for approximately 10 minutes or until edges are firm while centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg