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Peppermint Chocolate Chunk Cookies

These peppermint chocolate chunk cookies are a delightful blend of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint, perfect for holiday gatherings and cozy family moments.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cookie dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chunks (or chips)
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies (plus extra for decoration) use for topping if desired

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract. Mix well until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing thoroughly.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chunks, peppermint extract, and crushed peppermint candies until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving enough space for them to spread.
Baking
  1. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden.
  2. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

If you don't have fresh peppermint candies, use crushed candy canes or peppermint extract alone. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week. Feel free to add nuts or use dark chocolate for variation.