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Levain Bakery Chocolate Peppermint Cookies Recipe: Indulgent Festive Treats

Levain Bakery Chocolate Peppermint Cookies Recipe

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A delightful recipe for indulgent chocolate peppermint cookies inspired by Levain Bakery.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup crushed candy canes

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. <li id="instruction-step-5" Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips and crushed candy canes.
  7. Drop large spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are firm.
  9. Let cool on a wire rack.

Notes

  • For extra festive flavor, consider adding peppermint extract.
  • These cookies can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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