Description
Delicious peppermint chocolate cookies topped with mini marshmallows and crushed peppermint candies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/3 cup crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. This ensures your dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This step creates a soft cookie texture and builds the foundation for flavor. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, peppermint extract, and milk until smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet, stirring just until combined. Fold in the chocolate chips — this is when the dough really starts to look irresistible.
- Scoop and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion out the dough into 1-inch balls. Place them on your prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart. Bake for 9–11 minutes, just until the edges are set and the centers still look a little soft.
- Add the Toppings: While the cookies are still warm from the oven, press a few mini marshmallows and a sprinkle of crushed peppermint candies into the top of each one. Return the tray to the oven for just 1 minute to let the marshmallows melt slightly and adhere.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. As they cool, the marshmallows will set and the peppermint will infuse the tops with a fresh crunch.
Notes
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container.
- Enjoy these cookies with a glass of milk for a perfect treat!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg