Peppermint Wonderland Chocolate Cookies 🍫🎄✨
Rich, fudgy, and irresistibly festive, these Peppermint Wonderland Chocolate Cookies bring the magic of Christmas straight to your kitchen. Soft chocolate cookies dipped in silky white chocolate and sprinkled with crushed candy canes — every bite is a perfect balance of rich cocoa and cool peppermint crunch.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup white chocolate chips or melting wafers (for dipping)
- ½ cup crushed candy canes (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
Sift together cocoa powder, flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, stirring just until a thick dough forms. If the dough feels too soft, chill for 15 minutes to make it easier to handle.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and place them on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with your fingers. Bake for 8–10 minutes, just until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. Let cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Melt the white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Dip half of each cooled cookie into the melted white chocolate and place them on parchment paper. Immediately sprinkle crushed candy canes over the chocolate before it sets. Allow to cool at room temperature or refrigerate for 10 minutes to harden.
Tips for Perfect Cookies
Use high-quality cocoa powder for a deeper chocolate flavor. Don’t overbake — they’ll continue to set as they cool. If your melted white chocolate is too thick, add a teaspoon of coconut oil for a smoother dip.
Serving Ideas
Serve these cookies alongside hot cocoa, peppermint mochas, or eggnog for the ultimate cozy holiday treat. They also make beautiful edible gifts when wrapped in clear bags with red ribbons.
Nutritional Information (per cookie)
Calories: ~190 kcal | Protein: 2g | Carbs: 22g | Fat: 10g
Conclusion
The Peppermint Wonderland Chocolate Cookies are the embodiment of holiday joy — soft, fudgy, and beautifully festive. With their rich chocolate base, creamy white chocolate coating, and peppermint sparkle, they’re the kind of cookies that bring smiles, warmth, and a touch of magic to every Christmas celebration.