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Soft, fudgy peppermint brownie cookies topped with crushed candy canes — a festive treat perfect for the holiday season.

Peppermint Brownie Cookies


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  • Author: Chef Josie
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 20 cookies 1x

Description

These Peppermint Brownie Cookies are soft, fudgy, and full of rich chocolate flavor with crushed candy cane topping. The perfect festive cookie for Christmas baking.


Ingredients

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  • ½ cup butter

  • 1 cup chocolate chips

  • ¾ cup sugar

  • ¼ cup brown sugar

  • 2 eggs

  • 1 tsp vanilla

  • ½ tsp peppermint extract

  • ½ cup flour

  • ¼ cup cocoa

  • ¼ tsp baking powder

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • ½ cup crushed candy canes


Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.

  • Melt butter and chocolate together.

  • Whisk in sugars, eggs, vanilla, and peppermint.

  • Add dry ingredients; mix gently.

  • Scoop dough and bake 8–10 mins.

  • Top with candy canes and cool.

Notes

Don’t overbake for chewy texture.

Use quality cocoa for best flavor.

Add drizzle of white chocolate for extra festive flair.

Store airtight 5 days or freeze up to 2 months.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert / Party Food
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 160 kcal