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Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
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Indulge in the delightful taste of Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies, a perfect holiday treat that pairs rich chocolate with refreshing peppermint. With their soft, chewy centers and melty chocolate chips, these cookies are sure to be a hit at festive gatherings or cozy nights in. Easy to make and wonderfully versatile, feel free to customize them with crushed candy canes for an extra festive touch. Whether you enjoy them with a glass of milk or warm with ice cream, these cookies promise to bring joy to your dessert table this season.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 6 tbsps cocoa powder, Dutch process
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated white sugar
  • 2 egg yolks, at room temperature
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract
  • 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
  • 1/2 cup peppermint chips
  • 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tbsp crushed candy canes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add egg yolks, peppermint extract, and vanilla bean paste; mix until pale in color.
  4. Gradually stir in flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until just combined.
  5. Fold in peppermint chips and chocolate chips gently.
  6. Use a cookie scoop to portion dough onto the baking sheets, spacing about two inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes (10 minutes for chewier centers).
  8. Cool on the baking sheets for two minutes before transferring to a rack.

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