Description
Indulge in the festive flavors of White Chocolate Peppermint Bark Cookies! These soft and chewy delights combine creamy white chocolate with refreshing peppermint, creating a delightful treat perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home. The sweet aroma will fill your kitchen, bringing joy to all who taste them. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-follow recipe that’s sure to become a holiday favorite!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- ½ cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in peppermint extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in white chocolate chips and crushed candy canes gently.
- Scoop dough onto lined baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Let cool before transferring to an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider swapping peppermint extract for orange zest or almond extract. You can also include chopped nuts or dried fruit for extra texture.