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Frosted Peppermint Chocolate Chunk Cookies

Deliciously soft cookies with a festive blend of chocolate and peppermint, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Adds creaminess and richness
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the cookies
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed Enhances flavor with molasses
  • 2 large eggs Provides moisture and binds
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Infuses flavor
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Foundation of the dough
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Leavening agent
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks Creates gooey pockets of chocolate
  • 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies Adds crunch and festivity
For the Frosting
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Creates creamy base for frosting
  • 2 cups powdered sugar Sweetens and gives texture
  • 2 tablespoons milk Helps achieve consistency
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds extra flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract Infuses delightful taste
  • Crushed peppermint candies (for garnish) Festive decoration

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chunks and crushed peppermint candies until evenly distributed.
Baking
  1. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  2. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden and centers are soft.
  3. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Frosting
  1. Beat the softened butter in a bowl until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract, beating until smooth and fluffy.
  2. Once cooled, spread frosting on each cookie and top with additional crushed peppermint candies.

Notes

Chill the dough for 30 minutes if too soft. Use quality chocolate for the best flavor. Adjust peppermint extract for a stronger flavor.