Description
These Hot Cocoa Peppermint Cookies are a delightful holiday treat that combines the flavors of rich chocolate, cool peppermint, and gooey marshmallows. Perfect for Christmas or any winter gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- ½ cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet mixture and mix until just combined.
- Add Mix-Ins: Fold in chocolate chips and crushed peppermint. Gently mix in mini marshmallows.
- Bake: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets. Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set but centers are still soft.
- Cool: Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra holiday flair, drizzle with melted white chocolate or top with additional crushed peppermint right after baking.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
