Chocolate Peppermint Stars Recipe

Indulge in the magic of the holidays with these delightful Chocolate Peppermint Stars! These melt-in-your-mouth cookies combine rich dark chocolate with the refreshing coolness of peppermint for a festive treat that's perfect for gifting or enjoying with loved ones. Easy to follow instructions and stunning star shapes make these cookies a delightful addition to your holiday baking.

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 120 mins
Calories 86.7 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chocolate Peppermint Stars

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How to Make Chocolate Peppermint Stars

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together 2 cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, beating until just combined.
  6. Divide the dough in half. Shape each half into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 45 minutes, or up to 1 day.
  7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of dough to ¼-inch thickness.
  8. Use a 3-inch star-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies. Transfer cookies to prepared baking sheets, spacing 1 inch apart.
  9. Gather the scraps, reshape into a ball, wrap, and chill for about 30 minutes before rerolling.
  10. Bake one sheet at a time for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are set. Let cool on baking sheets for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Repeat with the remaining dough.
  12. While cookies cool, melt 6 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave until smooth.
  13. Drizzle melted chocolate over cooled cookies in a zig-zag pattern.
  14. Sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies.
  15. Let the chocolate set for at least 1 hour before serving or storing.
  16. Store airtight at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

18g

Carbs

2g

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