TRIPLE-CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT TREATS

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Santa is sure to stop by your house if you leave these minty chocolate cookies waiting for him. They're quick and easy for the whole family to make together. -Teresa Ralston, New Albany, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield about 6-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup 60% cacao bittersweet chocolate baking chips
WHITE CHOCOLATE FROSTING:
1/2 cup white baking chips
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
3 cups confectioners' sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milk
1/3 to 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cream together butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, salt and baking soda; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in semisweet and bittersweet chocolate chips. , Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake until set, 8-10 minutes. Cool 2 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely. , For frosting, melt white baking chips in a microwave; stir until smooth. In another bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Beat in melted chips. Add enough milk to reach desired consistency. Frost cookies; sprinkle with peppermint candies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 72mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Jenny Bowden
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Overall, I thought these treats were pretty good. They were easy to make and tasted good.


Jacquelyn Alexander
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I had some trouble getting the treats out of the pan. I think I should have greased it better.


Jacob rubio
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These treats were a little too sweet for my taste. I would probably cut the amount of sugar in half next time.


Mary Mc Carthy
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I loved the combination of chocolate and peppermint in these treats. It was a perfect balance of flavors.


Anna Cerone
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These treats were the perfect size for a snack. They were also very filling.


kolmaTo Eyob
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These treats were so easy to make. I had them in the oven in less than 10 minutes.


Mercy Anyumba
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I loved the peppermint flavor in these treats. It was a nice twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie.


Amir Hakim
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These treats were a nice change from the usual chocolate chip cookies. I will definitely be making them again.


Rao Kinan
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I would definitely make these treats again. I think they would be perfect for a holiday party or potluck.


John Seynopt
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Overall, I thought these treats were pretty good. They were easy to make and tasted good.


Laiba Shekh
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I had some trouble getting the treats out of the pan. I think I should have greased it better.


ziam vines
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These treats were a little too sweet for my taste. I would probably cut the amount of sugar in half next time.


Seif Jackson
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I loved the combination of chocolate and peppermint in these treats. It was a perfect balance of flavors.


Ross Endozo
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These treats were the perfect size for a snack. They were also very filling.


Imran Ghallou
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These treats were so easy to make. I had them in the oven in less than 10 minutes.


Leolyne Simon
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I'm not a big fan of peppermint, but I loved these treats! The chocolate flavor was rich and decadent, and the peppermint was just a hint of flavor.


Fouad Husam
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These treats were delicious! The chocolate and peppermint flavors were perfect together. I will definitely be making them again.


Favour Benny
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I made these treats for a holiday party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making them again.


Lalal
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These triple chocolate peppermint treats were a hit! They were so easy to make and turned out perfectly. I loved the combination of chocolate and peppermint, and the treats were the perfect size for a snack.