Chocolate Peppermint Bark Cookies

Peppermint bark is a popular holiday treat that combines the flavors of chocolate and peppermint. It is often made by layering melted chocolate and crushed peppermint candies, and then allowing it to harden before breaking it into pieces.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Chocolate Peppermint Bark Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 24 Calories: 4320

Best Season: Winter

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Dark chocolate chips
• 0.5 teaspoon Peppermint extract
• 0.5 cup Crushed peppermint candies

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, mix together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
4. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture and mix well.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
6. Stir in the dark chocolate chips and peppermint extract.
7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set.
9. Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle the crushed peppermint candies over the cookies.
10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9g14%

Total Carbohydrate 24g8%

Sugars 15g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.