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The Ultimate Chewy Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies

A stack of four chewy peppermint chocolate chip cookies loaded with dark chocolate chunks and crushed candy canes.
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Bake these irresistibly chewy Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies for a festive holiday treat. This easy recipe balances cool peppermint with rich chocolate chips and crushed candy canes for the perfect Christmas dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup crushed candy canes (plus extra for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This step helps achieve a chewy texture.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, dark chocolate chips, and the 1/2 cup of crushed candy canes.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden. The centers should still look slightly soft for maximum chewiness.
  9. Remove from the oven. Immediately press a few extra crushed candy cane pieces onto the tops of the warm cookies.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For the chewiest cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • Use high-quality peppermint extract for the best flavor.
  • If you want a stronger mint flavor, substitute 1/4 teaspoon of the peppermint extract with a few drops of pure peppermint oil, used sparingly.
  • These cookies are excellent for cookie exchanges and holiday gift tins.

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