Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies (Printable)

Crisp edges and chewy centers with chocolate chips and a refreshing hint of peppermint for minty enjoyment.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
06 - 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
09 - 1 teaspoon peppermint extract

→ Add-ins

10 - 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
11 - 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, beat softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until creamy and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
04 - Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla and peppermint extracts.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
06 - Gently fold in semisweet chocolate chips and crushed peppermint candies.
07 - Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake for 9 to 11 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers remain soft.
09 - Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The secret peppermint hint feels like sharing a cozy winter moment with a close friend
  • They balance crisp edges and chewy centers perfectly, making each bite irresistible
02 -
  • If you overmix the dough after adding flour, the cookies turn tough instead of chewy and light
  • The peppermint extract is strong—start with one teaspoon and add more only if you want a punchier mint flavor
03 -
  • Use room temperature butter for easy creaming and better dough texture
  • For a surprise twist, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking—it deepens flavors and firms the dough for thicker cookies

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