Chocolate Mint Surprise Christmas Cookies

Transform your holiday baking with these decadent Chocolate Mint Surprise Christmas Cookies! Featuring a rich, cocoa-infused dough wrapped around a melty mint chocolate candy, each bite is a delightful blend of fudgy indulgence and refreshing peppermint. Perfectly soft and adorned with a crackled top, these festive treats can be finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant wintry touch. Ready in under an hour with simple ingredients, these cookies are ideal for cookie swaps, holiday parties, or cozy family gatherings. Whether you're a fan of mint chocolate or searching for a show-stopping seasonal dessert, this recipe delivers a delicious surprise in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 25

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 25 pieces mint chocolate candies (e.g., Andes mints or similar)
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar (optional for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 2

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until fully combined. The dough will be thick.

Step 5

Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 7

Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and flatten it slightly in your hand. Place one mint chocolate candy in the center, then wrap the dough around it, rolling it into a ball to fully encase the candy.

Step 8

Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are set and the tops look slightly cracked.

Step 10

Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

If desired, dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar for a snowy, festive look before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1153.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4272.0

Total Fat 162.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 94.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 620mg	0%
Sodium 2669.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 748.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 75.8g	0%
Total Sugars 423.7g
Protein 80.7g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 497.4mg	0%
Iron 45.5mg	0%
Potassium 3467.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.7%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 62.6%