Devilish Minty Cookies

Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet, minty, and spicy with these unforgettable Devilish Minty Cookies! These rich chocolate cookies are infused with invigorating peppermint extract and a subtle kick of optional cayenne pepper, creating a flavor experience that’s both festive and daring. Packed with semi-sweet and dark chocolate chips for melty decadence and topped with crunchy crushed peppermint candies, these treats are as visually stunning as they are delicious. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a bake time of 10, they’re the ideal quick-bake dessert for holiday gatherings or any time your sweet tooth strikes. Pair these chewy, chocolatey delights with a cozy drink, and let their bold flavors thrill your taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup dark chocolate chips
• 0.33 cup crushed peppermint candies
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a spicy kick)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using) until combined. Set aside.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract to the butter mixture. Beat until fully incorporated, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Mix on low speed just until combined; do not overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, dark chocolate chips, and half of the crushed peppermint candies (reserve the other half for topping).

Step 7

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 8

Press the reserved crushed peppermint candies slightly into the top of each cookie dough ball for decoration.

Step 9

Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still appear slightly soft.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Serve and enjoy your Devilish Minty Cookies with a cup of milk, coffee, or hot cocoa!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1397.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5933.8

Total Fat 308.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 186.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 736.2mg	0%
Sodium 2628.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 850.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 90.3g	0%
Total Sugars 514.8g
Protein 88.6g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 527.9mg	0%
Iron 54.0mg	0%
Potassium 3937.2mg	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: 42.5%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 52.1%