Chocolate Peppermint Thumbprints Recipe

Indulge in these festive Chocolate Peppermint Thumbprints! A delightful fusion of two beloved recipes, these cookies combine rich chocolate with the refreshing coolness of peppermint for a truly unforgettable treat. Perfect for holiday baking or any occasion when you crave a sophisticated and delicious cookie.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 19 mins
Calories 98.4 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chocolate Peppermint Thumbprints

  • All Purpose Flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Hershey Chocolate Kisses

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How to Make Chocolate Peppermint Thumbprints

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ½ cup powdered sugar.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in extra granulated sugar to coat.
  7. Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving 1 inch between each cookie.
  8. Bake for 5 minutes. Remove from oven and gently press a thumbprint into the center of each cookie to create an indentation.
  9. Return to the oven and bake for another 4 minutes, or until the edges are set.
  10. Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Once cooled, fill each indentation with a mini peppermint candy kiss or a teaspoon of peppermint buttercream frosting. Let the cookies sit for a few hours to allow the candy to set.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

17g

Carbs

3g

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