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Peppermint Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies

Peppermint Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies for Holiday Joy

These Peppermint Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies are a festive, easy-to-make dessert that captures holiday magic with rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Chill Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 23 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened; opt for Land O Lakes for the best flavor
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar
  • ¾ cup Light Brown Sugar Contributes moisture and caramel flavor
  • 2 large Egg Yolks Offer structure and richness
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or Peppermint Extract 3/4 teaspoon of peppermint is divine
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Forms the backbone of the cookies
  • ½ cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Infuses a luxurious chocolate flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Helps cookies rise slightly
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances flavors and balances sweetness
For the Topping
  • 24 pieces Frozen Peppermint Kisses The signature topping that melts beautifully

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Electric mixer
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Kisses: Place frozen peppermint kisses in the freezer for about 2 hours.
  2. Creaming: In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Incorporate Eggs & Vanilla: Add egg yolks one at a time and mix. Then add vanilla or peppermint extract.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add dry mixture to butter mixture and mix on low speed until just combined.
  6. Chill Dough: Cover dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
  7. Shape Cookies: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), roll chilled dough into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet.
  8. Bake: Bake for 7-8 minutes; cool for 3 minutes after removing from oven.
  9. Add Peppermint Kisses: Gently press frozen peppermint kisses into the center of each warm cookie.
  10. Cool Completely: Transfer cookies to wire racks to cool completely before storing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, chill the dough for at least 3 hours before baking. Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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