The Ultimate Peppermint Bark Chocolate Chip Cookies embody the festive spirit, blending rich chocolate chip cookies with a delightful peppermint twist. The chewy texture of these cookies, complemented by the crunch of peppermint bark pieces, makes them irresistible.
Ingredients
Scale:
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup crushed peppermint bark or peppermint candies
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add in the vanilla extract and the egg, mixing until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
Fold in the chocolate chips and crushed peppermint bark using a spatula until evenly distributed.
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
