Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
The Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe is a holiday favorite that fills the home with the scent of chocolate and mint.
Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup white sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups chocolate chips
- ½ cup crushed candy canes or peppermint candies
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Beat butter and both sugars until creamy.
- Add egg, vanilla, and peppermint extract.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and crushed peppermint.
- Scoop dough onto baking sheet, spacing evenly.
- Bake for 9–11 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool on rack before serving.
Notes
- Chill dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
- Don’t overmix once flour is added.
- Use mini chocolate chips for even distribution.
- Add extra crushed peppermint for stronger flavor.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for freshness.