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peppermint mocha chocolate cookies

December 5, 2019 14 Comments

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These Peppermint Chocolate Cookies are thick, soft, rich, and full of chocolate mocha and peppermint flavor! These cookies are incredibly low-maintenance, with no dough chilling required, and they’ll be a major hit everywhere you bring them!

Peppermint mocha cookies drizzled with chocolate and sprinkled with crushed peppermint candies. this recipe

This post is sponsored by Taylor & Colledge and their Peppermint Extract Paste! All opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that make Blue Bowl possible!

A close-up of a peppermint mocha cookie with a bite taken.

Well, it’s here! It’s the final day of Cookie Week.

Let’s recap!

Day 1: Nutella Caramel Swirled Blondies

Day 2: Funfetti Christmas Cookies

Day 3: Cranberry White Chocolate Crumble Bars

Day 4: Cinnamon Spiced Maple Cutout Cookies

Day 5: The Best Soft Molasses Cookies

Day 6: Ultimate Cookie & Cream Bars

I think I’ve saved the best for last! Well, let’s be real they’re all incredibly delicious and I could never really choose a favorite but I know you’ll all go crazy for PEPPERMINT and CHOCOLATE just like I do!

Peppermint mocha cookies lined up on a marble surface.

These are some of the most low maintenance cookies you can make which is why they’re perfect for the busy holiday season! You don’t even have to chill the cookie dough! I predict these will be your new favorite thing to bake.

Mix up a simple dough made with staple ingredients like cocoa, flour, eggs, butter, and sugar. Don’t forget the vanilla and peppermint extracts! I use the extract pastes from Taylor & Colledge – they’re super high quality and add an amazing flavor to your baked goods!

A bowl of chocolate cookie dough.

I usually recommend using a cookie scoop, but for this particular recipe, I find that grabbing a chunk of cookie dough and rolling it into a ball with your hands yields a nicer shape of cookie once they’re baked.

Balls of chocolate cookie dough on a baking sheet.

Just look at that thick, soft chocolate domed cookie! It’ll be a miracle if you can get past this stage without them all being eaten. But you must! Because we’re adding generous drizzles of dark chocolate and a snow storm of crushed candy canes to top off these beauties.

Baked cookies on a cookie sheet.

I mean, how can you resist these?!? They’re SO festive, and so easy to make. The recipe is a smaller batch recipe, too, which is nice if you’re not looking to make 4 dozen plus cookies. (Try these Cinnamon Spiced Maple Star Cutouts if you ARE looking for a recipe that yields 4 dozen plus cookies!)

As always (unless I’ve otherwise indicated NOT to change the recipe scale) you could double this recipe to make more. And I do recommend making more because these last about 1-2 days in our house every time I make them (and I’ve been working on this recipe since June, so trust me – I’ve spent months accumulating hard evidence through extensive research). Just call me the Cookie Scientist!

Peppermint mocha cookies with christmas ornaments scattered around.

These have INCREDIBLE flavor – and to help achieve that flavor, make sure to use a high-quality peppermint extract in this recipe, like Taylor & Colledge’s Peppermint Extract Paste. It’s the best of the best! Since it’s more concentrated than a regular peppermint extract, you can use less than you would with a traditional extract and still get that amazing peppermint flavor!

Taylor & Colledge Peppermint Extract Paste (along with their other flavors – Vanilla! Lavender!) can be purchased on Amazon.

Peppermint mocha cookies on a marble surface.

Now I have a question for you – how long is it acceptable to be making + eating these cookies for? Because I’ve been doing it since June and I have zero-zip-nada plans of stopping anytime soon! I can tell you that Santa will NOT be getting any of these cookies on Christmas Eve – they’re alllll going straight into my belly! Haha.

A peppermint mocha cookie with a bite taken out.

Happy Baking! What was your favorite recipe from Cookie Week? I’d love to know!

Peppermint mocha cookies drizzled with chocolate and sprinkled with crushed candy canes on a marble surface.
Peppermint mocha cookies drizzled with chocolate and sprinkled with crushed candy canes on a marble surface.

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Peppermint Mocha Cookies

Thick, soft, rich, and FULL of chocolate and peppermint flavor! These cookies are super low-maintenance – no dough chilling required – and they'll be a major hit everywhere you bring them! 
5 from 8 votes
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Course: Cookies, Dessert
Cuisine: Dessert
Keyword: Easy Christmas Cookies, No Chill Cookie Recipe, Quick Cookie Recipes, Chocolate Peppermint Mocha Cookies
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Decorating Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 15 cookies
Author: Stephanie Simmons

Ingredients

  • 8 TBSP butter, softened I prefer salted
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated or cane sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract or extract paste
  • 3/4 tsp peppermint extract See Note
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour 130 grams
  • 2 tsp espresso powder
  • 2/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt if doubling the recipe, don't double the salt

For Decorating

  • 4 ounces dark chocolate chips or a chopped bar both work
  • 12 mini candy canes, crushed

Instructions

  • Prep: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Make the dough: Whisk together dry ingredients (flour, espresso powder, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt) in a medium bowl and set aside.
    Cream softened butter in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy. Add the sugars and mix until well creamed – about 1 minute. Add the egg, vanilla, and peppermint extracts and mix until just combined. Add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined, scraping the bowl as needed.
  • Bake: Roll balls that are about 1 and 1/2 to 2 tablespoons in size. Place a few inches apart on the baking sheet (you can see how I spaced them out in the photos above). Bake 8 minutes. Sometimes I like to bang the cookie sheet down on the counter once or twice here to help them get a little of that crinkly texture on top. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to finish cooling.
  • Decorate: While the cookies cool, melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30 second intervals, stirring between each interval. Crush the candy canes in a ziploc bag using the back of a metal measuring cup. Drizzle on the chocolate or dip the cookies in it to coat halfway. Sprinkle the candy cane bits over the wet chocolate. Let sit out for about 1 hour to let the chocolate set – if you can wait that long before eating one it will be a miracle!
  • Serve + Store: Enjoy immediately! Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temp for 1 week.
  • Make Ahead Tips: The cookies can be made 1-2 days ahead and stored in an airtight container until ready to decorate.

Notes

NOTE: If using peppermint extract paste, use 1/2 tsp plus 1/8 tsp as it’s a bit stronger. 
NOTE: You can use semi sweet or white chocolate instead of dark chocolate, if desired, to decorate these cookies. You can dunk them halfway, all the way, or drizzle with chocolate!
NOTE: These keep well in the fridge for about 2 weeks. Add a piece of wax paper in between each layer of cookies. The peppermint pieces can get a little odd looking in the fridge after a bit, but the taste holds up just the same. I actually really enjoy these cold from the fridge!
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  1. Lisa T says

    December 28, 2022 at 4:32 pm

    5 stars
    These are our new favorite Christmas cookies! So easy and so delicious!!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Simmons says

      December 28, 2022 at 6:15 pm

      Glad to hear it, Lisa! Happy New Year!

      Reply
  2. Kim says

    December 03, 2022 at 3:11 pm

    5 stars
    I made the recipe from Stephanie’s cookbook (same thing except it uses vanilla and peppermint extract, though she provides the substitutions above). These were made for a Christmas event where we are looking to raise money for a local family. Stephanie’s recipes are a go to because they’re delicious and simple enough to make anytime. They smelled divine and just like Christmas. I may have kept a few for us to try later!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Simmons says

      December 04, 2022 at 10:18 am

      Thanks so much, Kim! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Lisa says

    December 04, 2021 at 6:27 pm

    5 stars
    Very good recipe. We used GF flour 1-1. Tasted exactly like a regular cookie. Batter was just a little stiff but baked nicely

    Reply
    • Stephanie Simmons says

      December 05, 2021 at 10:04 am

      Thanks, Lisa! Glad you enjoyed these.

      Reply
  4. Katie says

    June 29, 2021 at 6:32 pm

    5 stars
    These are delicious cookies!! My brothers girlfriend made them at Christmas and they are a new staple! I adapted them to have raspberries for summer and it turned out just as delicious!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Simmons says

      July 09, 2021 at 6:51 pm

      That’s such a fun idea, Katie! Glad you enjoyed them.

      Reply
  5. Leslie says

    January 08, 2020 at 3:02 pm

    Peppermint mocha is one of my go-to flavors! Everything about this post is fantastic! Your pictures are stunning and your recipe looks flawless! Gotta try this!

    Reply
  6. Maike says

    January 07, 2020 at 11:40 pm

    5 stars
    These Mocha mint cookies are just outrageously delicious. They never last long in our house, but thankfully they are super easy. .

    Reply
  7. Amber says

    January 07, 2020 at 4:35 pm

    5 stars
    These cookies are just so decadent! Amazing. I think this is the same brand of extract pastes that I recently bought in lavender and it is fantastic!

    Reply
  8. Gina Babs says

    December 17, 2020 at 4:59 pm

    I want to make these and omit the espresso. If I did, should I add more cocoa?

    Reply
  9. Stephanie Simmons says

    December 19, 2020 at 10:18 pm

    Hi Gina! No, you don’t need to add anything if you omit the espresso. Happy baking! 🙂

    Reply

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