Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Peppermint Mocha Cookies! These soft and chewy treats combine rich chocolate, invigorating coffee, and refreshing peppermint for a holiday experience in every bite. Perfect for cookie exchanges or cozy nights by the fire, this easy recipe will become a seasonal favorite.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp instant coffee grounds
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into wet mixture along with coffee grounds and peppermint extract.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets. Bake for about 10 minutes until edges are slightly crispy.
- Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with crushed candy canes. Allow to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg