Best 3 Peppermint Hot Cocoa Cookies Recipes
Indulge in the sweet symphony of peppermint and hot cocoa with our delectable recipe for peppermint hot cocoa cookies. These cookies are a delightful fusion of two timeless holiday flavors, expertly crafted to tantalize your taste buds. Immerse yourself in the aroma of peppermint as it harmonizes with the rich cocoa notes, creating a sensory experience that will transport you to a winter wonderland. With each bite, the crispy exterior yields to a soft and chewy interior, leaving a lingering taste of minty bliss. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through the steps of creating these heartwarming peppermint hot cocoa cookies.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
HOT CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT COOKIES
This is a variation of the cookies my mother made when I was growing up. Now my 13-year-old daughter and I bake them together. They're always a huge hit! The taste is like rich hot chocolate baked into a scrumptious cookie. -Larry Piklor, Johnsburg, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cream butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and extract. Combine the flour, cocoa powder, salt and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well., Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until tops are cracked. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., In a microwave, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Drop a teaspoonful of marshmallow creme into the center of each cookie. Dip half of each cookie into melted chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Immediately sprinkle with candies. Place on waxed paper and let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 132mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
PEPPERMINT HOT COCOA COOKIES
Chocolate, peppermint and marshmallow come together for a much more portable version of cocoa in these delightfully delicious holiday treats.
Provided by Pillsbury
Categories Pillsbury® Cookies
Time 1h
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees F. In medium bowl, break apart cookie dough. Knead in baking cocoa until thoroughly combined.
- Shape dough into 20 (1 1/2-inch) balls. Place on ungreased cookie sheets, and press down slightly with fingers. Bake 10 to 13 minutes or until centers of cookies are set; cool 2 minutes on pans. Transfer to cooling racks to cool completely, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, with spatula sprayed with cooking spray, transfer marshmallow creme to microwavable cup sprayed with cooking spray. Microwave uncovered on Medium (50%) 60 to 90 seconds or until melted. Cool slightly, then transfer to resealable food-storage plastic bag.
- Cut 1/8 inch from 1 corner of bag, then drizzle cookies with marshmallow creme, and sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes but no longer than 12 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Cholesterol 8.1 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 70.3 mg, Sugar 13 g
PEPPERMINT SCHNAPPS HOT COCOA SNOWFLAKES
Mint and chocolate are perfect partners in these cutout cookies! -James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield about 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs, vanilla and espresso powder. In another bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Divide dough in half., Preheat oven to 350°. Roll each portion of dough to 1/4-in. thickness between 2 sheets of waxed paper. Cut with floured 3-in. snowflake cookie cutters. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets., Bake 10-12 minutes or until set. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For icing, in a large bowl, beat confectioners' sugar, shortening, schnapps and enough water to reach a spreading consistency. If desired, add 4 drops food coloring to the inside a of pastry bag fitted with a small star tip. Decorate cookies as desired. Let stand at room temperature until frosting is dry and firm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 51mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- To make the cookies even more minty, add a teaspoon of peppermint extract to the dough.
- If you don't have any peppermint extract, you can use a teaspoon of vanilla extract instead.
- Be sure to chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
- Don't overbake the cookies. They should be slightly soft and chewy in the center.
Conclusion:
These peppermint hot cocoa cookies are the perfect holiday treat. They're easy to make, delicious, and sure to put a smile on everyone's face. So next time you're looking for a festive cookie recipe, give these peppermint hot cocoa cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!
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