Description
Delightful cookies that combine chocolate and peppermint, ideal for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- ½ cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- ½ cup Butter (softened)
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 12 pieces Candy Cane Kisses
- ½ cup Sprinkles (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Scoop about a tablespoon of dough and roll into a ball, then roll in sprinkles.
- Place on the baking sheet about 2 inches apart and bake for 8-10 minutes.
- Once removed from the oven, gently press a Candy Cane Kiss in the center of each cookie.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. If dough is too soft, refrigerate before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cookies, candy cane, holiday, dessert, festive