Get ready to transform your holiday baking game with the most irresistible cookie sensation that will make your taste buds dance! 🍪✨ These Double Chocolate Peppermint Swirl Cookies are not just another dessert - they're a decadent winter wonderland of rich chocolate and cool peppermint that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe. Imagine biting into a cookie so luxuriously chocolatey and refreshingly minty that it feels like a festive celebration in every single bite. Whether you're a serious baker or a holiday treat enthusiast, these cookies are about to become your new seasonal obsession!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 32 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Crushed peppermint candies for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and packed brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, add the 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract and continue to mix until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- In a small bowl, combine a portion of the cookie dough with the 1/2 teaspoon of peppermint extract. Mix until the extract is evenly distributed.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of the chocolate cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- Next, take small amounts of the peppermint-infused dough and place them on top of the chocolate cookie dough. Use a toothpick or a skewer to swirl the peppermint dough into the chocolate dough, creating a marbled effect.
- Sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top of each cookie before baking for an extra festive touch.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. Keep an eye on them to avoid overbaking.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your delicious Double Chocolate Peppermint Swirl Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite holiday beverage!
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can lead to tough cookies instead of soft, chewy ones.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for a more intense chocolate flavor.
- For the most beautiful swirl effect, use a toothpick and create gentle, light marbling motions.
- Let cookies cool completely to allow the peppermint flavor to fully develop.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days.
- For extra festive presentation, use red and white crushed peppermint candies as a topping.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking if you want thicker, less spread-out cookies.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 188kcal
Carbohydrates: 34g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
