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Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies

Delightful peppermint chocolate chip cookies that bring holiday cheer with every bite, perfect for sharing with family and friends.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 cup salted sweet cream butter, softened Make sure it is genuinely softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar 2 cups for coating, 1 cup for mixing
  • 1 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 5 to 6 drops hot pink/rose food color gel For festive flair
  • 1 1/4 cups mini semi-sweet chocolate chips Feel free to add extra for indulgence
  • 1/4 cup peppermint candies, finely crushed For finishing touch

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Whisk together the flour and cornstarch in a bowl, then set it aside.
  2. In a stand mixer, beat the softened butter for about 30 seconds.
  3. Add in 1 cup of powdered sugar and mix on medium speed for about 1 to 1 1/2 minutes until fluffy.
  4. Lower the mixer speed, and gently blend in the peppermint and vanilla extracts.
  5. Gradually add in the flour mixture, mixing until well incorporated.
  6. Increase the speed and add drops of food color until the dough shines with a festive flair.
  7. Toss in the mini chocolate chips and mix gently until they are evenly distributed.
  8. Cover the dough and chill it in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Scoop out tablespoon-sized dough balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, about 1 inch apart.
  3. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are just lightly golden.
  4. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes.
  5. Roll them in a mixture of the remaining powdered sugar and crushed peppermint.
  6. Transfer to a cooling rack and roll in powdered sugar again for an extra dusting of sweetness.

Notes

Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Don’t skip the chilling step; it helps the cookies hold their shape.