Description
Peppermint Mocha Cookies are a delightful holiday treat that combines rich chocolate, bold coffee flavors, and refreshing peppermint. These soft and chewy cookies fill your kitchen with a cozy aroma, making them perfect for festive gatherings or a sweet snack by the fire. Enjoy them during cookie exchanges or pair with a warm drink for an indulgent treat that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 2 tbsp finely ground coffee
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, peppermint extract, and finely ground coffee until well combined.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for about 10 minutes until edges are firm but centers are slightly soft. Cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg