Soft and fluffy white chocolate peppermint cookies featuring gooey white chocolate chips and refreshing peppermint pieces in every bite. These delightful cookies make a perfect sweet treat for the holidays or any festive occasion.
Author:Paula
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:18 cookies
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
Add-ins
1 cup white chocolate chips
1/3 cup peppermint pieces (chopped)
Instructions
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s at the right temperature for baking the cookies evenly.
Prepare Peppermint Pieces: Chop peppermint candies into small pieces until you have about 1/3 cup, which will be used to coat the dough balls.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients into a consistent dough.
Fold in White Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the white chocolate chips to ensure they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Shape Dough Balls: Roll the dough into approximately 18 small balls, each about 1.5 to 2 inches in diameter.
Coat with Peppermint: Dip the top of each dough ball into the chopped peppermint pieces. Press gently so the peppermint sticks to the dough.
Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated dough balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced adequately for spreading.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-11 minutes. Check at the 10-minute mark; the cookies should be slightly soft when done.
Cool: Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 1-2 minutes after baking to firm up, then transfer to a wire rack and cool completely for about 10 minutes.
Serve and Enjoy: Once cooled, serve these delightful white chocolate peppermint cookies and enjoy the perfect combination of sweetness and minty freshness.
Notes
Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature to achieve a smooth dough consistency.
Do not overbake; cookies should remain slightly soft for the best texture.
Press peppermint pieces gently to avoid breaking the dough balls.
Use parchment paper on the baking sheet to prevent sticking and aid in even baking.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.