Festive Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies

Experience the joy of the holiday season with our Festive Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies! These vegetarian treats combine the refreshing taste of peppermint with rich dark chocolate chips, creating a sweet, minty flavor that’s perfect for Christmas gatherings. While this recipe contains gluten, eggs, and dairy, it’s a must-try for anyone looking to add a festive touch to their dessert table.

These cookies are versatile enough to be enjoyed on their own or served alongside a warm cup of cocoa. Packed with flavor and a hint of holiday cheer, they are sure to impress your guests.

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Recipe Collection: Dessert

Serving Size: 36

Cooking Time: 84 minutes

Overview

These Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies are a festive treat perfect for the holiday season. With a hint of peppermint and rich dark chocolate chips, these cookies are sure to be a hit at any Christmas gathering.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Eggs, Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

American

Ingredients

• 1.5 Cups white sugar
• 1 Cup butter, softened
• 2 Whole eggs
• 1 Whole egg yolk
• 10 Drops green food coloring
• 1 Teaspoon peppermint extract
• 3.25 Cups all-purpose flour
• 2 Teaspoons baking powder
• 1 Teaspoon baking soda
• 1 Teaspoon cream of tartar
• 0.5 Teaspoon kosher salt
• 12 Ounces dark chocolate chips

Steps

1. In a large bowl, beat the sugar and softened butter with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
2. Add the eggs, egg yolk, green food coloring, and peppermint extract to the butter mixture. Beat until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cream of tartar, and kosher salt.
4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until the dough comes together.
5. Fold in the dark chocolate chips. Cover the dough and refrigerate for about 1 hour until firm enough to scoop.
6. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
7. Drop spoonfuls of dough 2 inches apart onto the prepared baking sheets.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are golden.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy your festive Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies!