White Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
White Chocolate Peppermint Cookies are a festive treat that combines creamy white chocolate with refreshing peppermint for a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in, these soft, chewy cookies are easy to make and sure to impress. With their vibrant appearance and delightful flavor, they become a cherished tradition in any home. Get ready to bake up some joy this season!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in white chocolate chips and crushed candy canes.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized mounds of dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between them.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow cooling on sheets briefly before transferring.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg