Cocoa Peppermint Sandwich Cookies

Cocoa Peppermint Sandwich Cookies are a popular treat during the holiday season, especially around Christmas. The combination of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint flavors makes them a favorite among both kids and adults.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Cocoa Peppermint Sandwich Cookies

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

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

Servings: 12 Calories: 2160

Best Season: Winter

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₄ cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Baking soda
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, softened
• ³⁄₄ cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₄ cup Brown sugar
• 1 Egg
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Peppermint extract
• ¹⁄₄ cup Crushed candy canes
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon Milk

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until well combined.
5. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each ball with the bottom of a glass.
6. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk to make the frosting.
8. Spread a teaspoon of frosting onto the flat side of half of the cookies. Sprinkle crushed candy canes on top. Top with the remaining cookies to create sandwich cookies.
9. Allow the cookies to set for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

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.