Peppermint Chocolate Sugar Cookies (no chill!)

Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need

• 1 cup butter
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons peppermint extract
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup white chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup peppermint candies, crushed

You’ll also need a large mixing bowl, an oven, and a cookie baking sheet.

How To Make Peppermint Chocolate Sugar Cookies (no chill!)

1. Start by preheating your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) because nobody has time to wait for it to heat up after the dough is ready. After that, ready your cookie sheets by greasing them.
2. In your large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and the sugar until you get a lovely fluffy mixture. This is where all the sweetness begins!
3. Add in the eggs one at a time, making sure each one is fully incorporated before you add the next. This makes sure your cookies have that perfect texture. Mix in the peppermint extract, taking the flavor quotient up a notch or three!
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the cocoa, flour, baking soda, and salt. This is your dry mix, ready to get friendly with the wet one. Gradually blend into the creamed mixture until everything is well combined.
5. Remember those gorgeous white chocolate chips and crushed peppermint candies? Now’s their time to shine. Fold them into the dough until they’re evenly distributed.
6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on your prepared cookie sheets. Press each ball down with the bottom of a glass to flatten them slightly.
7. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cookies are set. Let them cool on wire racks, and boom! You’ve got yourself some Peppermint Chocolate Sugar Cookies (no chill!). Enjoy!

Tips For The Best Results

• Use room temperature ingredients for the perfect consistency
• Don’t overmix the dough. It can become too tough and the cookies won’t be as soft and chewy
• Always preheat your oven before baking

Storage Tips

• Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days
• To freeze, place them in a zip-top bag and freeze for up to 3 months

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use a different type of sugar?

A: Absolutely! You can use brown sugar instead of white if you prefer.

Q: Can I add other flavours to the cookies?

A: Sure thing, just make sure it pairs well with chocolate and peppermint.

Q: Can I use a different type of chocolate?

A: You can use milk or dark chocolate instead of white, but it will subtly change the flavor.

Q: Can I freeze the cookie dough?

A: Yes, just roll it into balls first, then freeze it on a baking sheet before storing in a bag.

Q: Do I need to chill the dough?

A: Not at all. This recipe is specifically made so you don’t have to wait for chilling. Just mix and bake!

Nutritional Facts of Peppermint Chocolate Sugar Cookies (no chill!)

Each cookie contains approximately 200 calories, 9g fat, 12g sugar, and 3g protein.