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Peppermint Bark Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies

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Festive and delightful holiday cookies with rich chocolate flavor and refreshing peppermint crunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 tsp coconut oil or vegetable oil
  • 1/3 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a cohesive dough forms.
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheets.
  7. Make an indentation in the center of each ball using your thumb.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
  9. Melt the chocolate chips with coconut oil until smooth.
  10. Spoon the melted chocolate into the center of each cookie and sprinkle with crushed peppermint.
  11. Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature before serving.

Notes

For best results, use softened butter and chill the dough if too soft. These cookies pair well with hot beverages.

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