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Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Cookies

Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Cookies with Peppermint Twist

These Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Cookies with Peppermint Twist are a festive and wholesome treat perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened for easy creaming
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Contributes to chewiness
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Balances sweetness
  • 2 large Eggs Use room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda A leavening agent
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Elevates flavor
For the Chocolate and Peppermint
  • 1 cup Dark Chocolate Chips Infuses a rich flavor
  • 1/2 cup White Chocolate Chips Optional, adds festive flair
  • 1/2 cup Crushed Candy Canes Enhances the festive flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand Mixer
  • Spatula
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream softened unsalted butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing in vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Stir in dark chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, and crushed candy canes.
  7. Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden brown and centers are soft.
  9. Cool the cookies on baking sheets for about 5 minutes.
  10. Optionally drizzle with melted white chocolate and sprinkle with extra crushed candy canes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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