Peppermint Mocha Thumbprints

Peppermint Mocha Thumbprints are a festive twist on traditional thumbprint cookies, combining the flavors of rich chocolate, refreshing peppermint, and a hint of coffee.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 62 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Peppermint Mocha Thumbprints

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 2 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2400

Best Season: Winter

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Instant coffee granules
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, softened
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg yolk
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Peppermint extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
• 2 tablespoon Crushed candy canes

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, instant coffee granules, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg yolk, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract, and mix well.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in the chopped chocolate.
5. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Use your thumb to make an indentation in the center of each ball.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set. Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle crushed candy canes into the indentations. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

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.