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Peppermint Chocolate Crinkle Cookies: Your New Holiday Favorite!

Peppermint Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

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Deliciously rich and festive peppermint chocolate crinkle cookies, perfect for the holiday season.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar for rolling

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until well combined.
  4. Add the egg and peppermint extract to the sugar mixture and mix until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  7. Once chilled, scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and roll them in powdered sugar.
  8. Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
  10. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a stronger peppermint flavor, add more peppermint extract.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • These cookies can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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