Go Back
Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle Cookies

Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle Cookies

These Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle Cookies are soft, fudgy, and full of rich chocolate flavor with a refreshing peppermint twist. A cozy holiday treat that brings joy with every bite!
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 tsp peppermint extract pure
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar for rolling
  • crushed peppermint candies or candy canes optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and oil until thick and glossy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in peppermint extract.
  2. In another bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients just until combined. Dough will be sticky.
  3. Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least 2 hours or overnight to firm up.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  5. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, then coat thoroughly in powdered sugar.
  6. Place dough balls on baking sheet 2 inches apart. Bake for 10–12 minutes until tops are cracked. Let cool before serving.

Notes

For extra crunch and festive flair, sprinkle crushed candy canes on top of cookies right after baking. Make a double batch and freeze extra dough for future cookie cravings!