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Peppermint Cookies

Peppermint Cookies
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These Peppermint Cookies offer a perfect holiday treat with soft, chewy centers and crispy edges, enhanced by a refreshing minty flavor. Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients, they are ideal for festive celebrations, gifting, and creative customization.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract

Mix-ins

  • 1 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Ingredients: Gather and measure all ingredients accurately. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents and seasoning.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a mixer, beat the unsalted butter with granulated and brown sugars until creamy and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes. This step is important for creating the right texture.
  4. Add Egg and Extracts: Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until fully incorporated to bring moisture and the signature mint flavor.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Slowly add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cookies tough.
  6. Fold in Crushed Peppermint: Gently fold in the crushed peppermint candies or candy canes, distributing them evenly without breaking the dough.
  7. Shape and Bake: Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until edges turn golden while centers remain soft.
  8. Cool Completely: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Cooling helps them set perfectly and maintain their soft centers.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter for a creamy mixture and smooth dough.
  • Do not overbake; remove cookies when edges are golden and centers still look slightly soft.
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes if time allows to prevent spreading and enhance flavor.
  • Use a cookie scoop for uniform-sized cookies to ensure consistent baking.
  • Use fresh peppermint extract for the best mint flavor; older extracts may weaken the taste.

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Keywords: peppermint cookies, holiday cookies, mint cookies, festive cookies, chewy cookies, holiday treats

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