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Irresistible Peppermint Bark Hot Cocoa Cookies

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These cookies combine the rich, fudgy goodness of hot cocoa with the cool, refreshing kick of peppermint bark, creating a treat that’s perfect for holiday parties or cozy winter days.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup (150g) brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (175g) chocolate chunks (semi-sweet or dark)
  • 1/2 cup (100g) crushed peppermint bark
  • Optional toppings: crushed candy canes or a sprinkle of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Beat in eggs, one at a time, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a dough forms. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in chocolate chunks and crushed peppermint bark using a spatula.
  7. Scoop the dough into 2-tablespoon-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers look slightly soft.
  9. Let the cookies rest on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

[‘Make sure your butter is softened, not melted, for the perfect creaming texture.’, ‘Do not overbake the cookies; slightly underdone centers will ensure gooey texture.’, ‘Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a rack.’, ‘Crush peppermint bark in a Ziploc bag using a rolling pin for easy cleanup.’, ‘Rotate baking sheets halfway through if baking multiple batches.’]

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Keywords: peppermint bark, hot cocoa cookies, holiday cookies, chocolate cookies, festive dessert

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