Bake Irresistible Peppermint Chocolate Shortbread Cookies Today!
Peppermint chocolate shortbread cookies are the ultimate holiday indulgence! These rich, buttery shortbread treats infused with the refreshing flavor of peppermint are a true delight for the senses. Whether you’re baking them for a festive gathering, a cozy night by the fireplace, or as a homemade gift, these cookies are sure to spread cheer and delight everyone who tries them.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 8 ounce white chocolate melting wafers, for decorating (optional)
- 2 ounce chocolate melting wafers, for decorating (optional)
- Peppermint pieces, for decorating (optional)
Instructions
1. 1. Preheat your oven to 325°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
3. 3. In a large bowl, beat butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in vanilla and peppermint extracts.
4. 4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture until a dough forms.
5. 5. Roll the dough into a log or press it into a pan, depending on your desired cookie shape. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the cookies are firm to the touch.
6. 6. Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
7. 7. Melt the chocolate wafers and drizzle them over the cookies. Sprinkle with peppermint pieces if desired. Let the chocolate set before serving.
Notes
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For longer storage, freeze the cookies for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: peppermint, chocolate, cookies, holiday