Introduction

These Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies are a festive treat combining rich cocoa and refreshing peppermint. Soft, chewy, and dipped in creamy white chocolate with a sprinkle of crushed candy canes, they’re perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you crave a chocolatey mint delight.

The image shows a clear glass bowl with white creamy frosting and a silver spoon inside, placed on a rustic wooden surface. In the background, there is a cooling rack holding two rows of dark brown chocolate cookies with a textured, slightly rough top. In the foreground, there is a white plate filled with crushed red and white peppermint candy pieces. The whole scene is set against a white marbled texture surface with a white cloth featuring thin red stripes partly visible. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 ⅔ cup all-purpose flour (spoon and level)
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (spoon and level)
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1¼ cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup light brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
12 ounces vanilla candy coating (or substitute white chocolate chips)
1½ teaspoons pure peppermint extract
1/2 cup crushed candy canes (approximately 20 minis)
1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
Step 2: In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with an electric mixer until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the granulated and brown sugars, mixing well. Then, beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until combined.
Step 3: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently to combine without overmixing. Fold in the chocolate chips.
Step 4: Wrap the dough in parchment paper, shape it into a disk, and refrigerate for about one hour to firm up.
Step 5: Use a heaping tablespoon to scoop dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing cookies apart.
Step 6: Bake for exactly 8 minutes, until the tops just lose their wet appearance. Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 7: Melt the vanilla candy coating or white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds. Stir in the peppermint extract.
Step 8: Dip one side of each cooled cookie into the white chocolate, then place it on parchment paper and immediately sprinkle with crushed candy canes. Allow the coating to set before serving.

Tips & Variations

For extra peppermint flavor, add a few drops of peppermint extract to the cookie dough itself.
You can substitute crushed peppermint candies or holiday sprinkles for the crushed candy canes if preferred.
If you don’t have candy coating, high-quality white chocolate chips work well as a dip alternative.
Chill the dough longer for thicker, chewier cookies or refrigerate overnight for deeper flavor.

Storage

Store your cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. To keep them fresh longer, refrigerate for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months. If frozen, thaw completely before dipping in white chocolate. Reheat gently in a microwave for a few seconds if you prefer warm cookies.

How to Serve

The image shows a clear glass bowl in the center filled with smooth white frosting, with a metal spoon inside it. Behind the bowl, there are two rows of small, round, dark brown chocolate cookies on a cooling rack. To the right of the bowl, there is a white plate filled with crushed red and white peppermint pieces. The scene is set on a rough wooden surface with a white marbled texture visible in the background and a white cloth underneath the plate. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these cookies gluten-free?

Yes, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free baking blend that measures cup-for-cup. Be sure it contains xanthan gum for the best texture.

What can I use if I don’t have peppermint extract?

If peppermint extract isn’t available, you can omit it or try vanilla extract instead. However, the distinctive minty flavor is a key part of this recipe’s charm.