How to Make Peppermint Mocha Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Peppermint mocha cookies are the perfect treat for the holiday season. With their rich chocolate flavor, subtle hint of coffee, and refreshing peppermint kick, these cookies are sure to be a hit at any gathering or as a special homemade gift. Whether you're a fan of the classic holiday flavor combination or simply looking for a new cookie recipe to try, these peppermint mocha cookies are a must-try.

These cookies are not only delicious, but they also bring the delightful aroma of choc...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (such as Hershey's Special Dark)
  • 1 tablespoon espresso powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ cup crushed peppermint candy canes

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 48
  • Yield: 4 dozen cookies

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 4 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Whisk flour, cocoa, espresso, and salt together in a bowl.
  • Cream butter and sugar together in a large bowl with an electric mixer until pale and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract; beat to combine. Add flour mixture and beat on low speed until well combined.
  • Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Dip the tops of the cookies into the crushed candy canes. Place candy-side up on the prepared baking sheets, about 1 inch apart.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until firm, 14 to 16 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.
  • Nutrition

    89 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 14mg
    • Sodium: 28mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 4mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 21mg