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Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle Cookies

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150
Delight in these rich, chocolatey cookies with a festive peppermint twist, perfect for holiday treats or special occasions.

Ingredients

Chocolate and Butter Mixture

  • 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons butter (cut into pieces)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

Peppermint and Eggs

  • ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 2 large eggs

Finishing and Coating

  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions 

  • Microwave chopped chocolate, butter, and salt until melted; let cool slightly.
  • Stir in sugar, peppermint extract, and eggs into the chocolate mixture.
  • Mix flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder; fold into wet ingredients.
  • Refrigerate dough for at least 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F, scoop dough, roll in powdered sugar, and place on baking sheets.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, then cool before serving.

Notes

Ensure dough is well chilled for best results.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate, cookies, peppermint