Celebrate the holiday season with these Ultimate Chocolate Peppermint Christmas Cookies, a perfect blend of rich dark chocolate and creamy white chocolate, topped with festive peppermint. These cookies are a holiday dream come true for chocolate and peppermint lovers. The combination of a deeply flavored chocolate cookie dipped in smooth white chocolate sprinkled with crushed peppermint, makes for a delightfully festive treat. These cookies are sure to become a new Christmas favorite, perfect for holiday parties, cookie exchanges, or as a special treat for Santa.
Every year, I look forward to hosting a holiday cookie exchange. It’s a special time when I get to see friends who are hard to catch up with during the busy Christmas season. We all gather, sharing our favorite cookies and the fun of being together. It’s a great way to spread holiday cheer. My kids love this tradition too. They get really excited about baking our Chocolate Peppermint Christmas Cookies and can’t wait to swap them with their friends’ cookies. This cookie exchange is more than just a fun day for us; it’s a cherished part of our holidays, where we make happy memories and keep our friendships strong. And every year we experiment with a new Christmas cookie recipe and I have to say these white and dark chocolate peppermint cookies are one of my favorite holiday cookies that we’ve made for our cookie exchange and everyone absolutely loved these!
How to Plan an Awesome Holiday Cookie Exchange
A great holiday cookie exchange is not only about sharing delicious treats but also about creating a festive and joyful atmosphere. To make your cookie exchange a hit, consider variety and presentation. Since our Ultimate Chocolate Peppermint Christmas Cookies combine dark and white chocolate with a peppermint twist, they are an excellent choice for adding both flavor and visual appeal to the mix. When selecting cookies for an exchange, aim for diversity in flavors, textures, and colors. This ensures that there’s something for every taste, from rich and chocolaty to light and fruity.
How to Choose the Perfect Holiday Cookie Recipe for A Christmas Cookie Exchange
The best cookies for an exchange are those that hold up well over time and are easy to transport. Our Chocolate Peppermint Christmas Cookies fit this bill perfectly. They are sturdy, not too crumbly, and their flavors meld and deepen over time, making them even more delicious a day or two after baking. Another key element is presentation – cookies should look as good as they taste. These cookies, with their contrasting chocolates and festive peppermint topping, are visually striking and sure to stand out on any cookie platter. Remember, a cookie exchange is also a celebration of the holiday spirit, so choose recipes that reflect traditional flavors or personal memories of the season.
Finally, when planning a cookie exchange, consider packaging. Encourage guests to bring their cookies in reusable containers. For your Chocolate Peppermint Christmas Cookies, consider festive boxes or clear cellophane bags tied with a ribbon to showcase their holiday look. This makes the cookies a perfect take-home treat and adds to the event’s decorative charm. A successful cookie exchange is about sharing the joy of baking and the warmth of the holiday season, and with these tips, you’re sure to host a memorable and sweet-filled gathering.
Ultimate Chocolate Peppermint Christmas Cookies
Ingredients:
For the Chocolate Cookies:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
For the White Chocolate Dip:
- 2 cups white chocolate candy melts
For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
Instructions
Cookie Dough Preparation:
Start by whisking together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. In a larger bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in the dark chocolate chips. The dough should be thick and chocolatey, perfect for creating rich, decadent cookies.
Baking the Cookies:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten them slightly with the back of a spoon. Bake for 8-10 minutes until the cookies are set but still soft in the center. Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Preparing the White Chocolate Dip:
Melt the white chocolate candy melts over a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. The consistency should be fluid enough for easy dipping.
Dipping Cookies in White Chocolate:
Once the cookies have cooled, dip each one halfway into the melted white chocolate. Let any excess chocolate drip off before placing the cookies back on the parchment paper.
Adding the Peppermint Topping:
Immediately after dipping each cookie in white chocolate, sprinkle the crushed peppermint candies over them. The peppermint will stick to the still-melted chocolate, creating a festive and colorful topping.
Serving and Storage:
Serve these delectable cookies as soon as the white chocolate has set, or store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They make a beautiful presentation on a holiday cookie platter and are perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Storing and Freezing:
- To store, keep the cookies in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking. They will stay fresh for up to a week.
- For freezing, place the cookies in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Then transfer to a freezer bag or airtight container. They can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- To thaw, leave them at room temperature for a couple of hours. Avoid microwaving as this could melt the white chocolate.
These Ultimate Chocolate Peppermint Christmas Cookies are a delightful addition to your holiday baking repertoire. The contrast of dark and white chocolate and the festive peppermint makes these cookies a visually stunning and delicious treat that everyone will love.
Ultimate Chocolate Peppermint Christmas Cookies: Dark and White Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 2 cups white chocolate candy melts
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
Instructions
Cookie Dough Preparation:
Start by whisking together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. In a larger bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in the dark chocolate chips. The dough should be thick and chocolatey, perfect for creating rich, decadent cookies.
Baking The Cookies:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten them slightly with the back of a spoon. Bake for 8-10 minutes until the cookies are set but still soft in the center. Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Preparing The White Chocolate Dip:
Melt the white chocolate candy melts over a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. The consistency should be fluid enough for easy dipping.
Dipping Cookies In White Chocolate:
Once the cookies have cooled, dip each one halfway into the melted white chocolate. Let any excess chocolate drip off before placing the cookies back on the parchment paper.
Adding The Peppermint Topping:
Immediately after dipping each cookie in white chocolate, sprinkle the crushed peppermint candies over them. The peppermint will stick to the still-melted chocolate, creating a festive and colorful topping.
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Ultimate Chocolate Peppermint Christmas Cookies: Dark and White Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 2 cups white chocolate candy melts
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
Instructions
Cookie Dough Preparation:
Start by whisking together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. In a larger bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in the dark chocolate chips. The dough should be thick and chocolatey, perfect for creating rich, decadent cookies.
Baking The Cookies:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten them slightly with the back of a spoon. Bake for 8-10 minutes until the cookies are set but still soft in the center. Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Preparing The White Chocolate Dip:
Melt the white chocolate candy melts over a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. The consistency should be fluid enough for easy dipping.
Dipping Cookies In White Chocolate:
Once the cookies have cooled, dip each one halfway into the melted white chocolate. Let any excess chocolate drip off before placing the cookies back on the parchment paper.
Adding The Peppermint Topping:
Immediately after dipping each cookie in white chocolate, sprinkle the crushed peppermint candies over them. The peppermint will stick to the still-melted chocolate, creating a festive and colorful topping.
Paula studied architecture and now makes a living as a freelance writer,traveler and amateur photographer.She started her writing & publishing career as the editor of Bebé y Mamá, the first parenting magazine in Guatemala.She is the founder of www.GrowingUpBilingual.com and www.365thingsswfl.com and writes articles in Spanish and English for both magazines and the web on travel,food and bicultural and bilingual parenting .
When she is not on a plane or road trip she likes to create recipes inspired in the flavors of her native Guatemala.
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