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Quick, easy, and utterly addictive – my Peppermint Patty Fudge Cookies redefine cookie perfection. These fudgy delights stay soft and gooey, making every bite a luscious, minty indulgence.
If you share my love for the irresistible pairing of mint and chocolate, you’re in for a treat. These Peppermint Patty Fudge Cookies are not just a holiday delight but a year-round guilty pleasure.
Picture rich, fudgy cookies infused with cool and refreshing swirls of York Peppermint Patty goodness. They’re a symphony of flavors and textures with a secret that’ll have you baking like a pro: underbaking! Just a minute or two is all it takes to keep them irresistibly soft and chewy.
I always use this trick, from Oreo Pudding Cookies to Oatmeal Cranberry ones. Plus, you can pop one into the microwave for a few seconds and enjoy a fresh-out-of-the-oven taste. The cookies stay as chewy and gooey as the first day you baked them.
Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a newbie, these cookies are your ticket to cookie perfection. Get ready to experience the magic of these cookies; your taste buds won’t know what hit them!
Why You’ll Love These Peppermint Patty Cookies
- Chocolate & Mint – These Peppermint Patty Fudge Cookies offer an irresistible union of rich, velvety chocolate and cool, refreshing peppermint. If you’re a fan of this classic pairing, get ready to fall in love all over again.
- Quick & Easy – With this recipe, you don’t need to spend hours in the kitchen to achieve cookie perfection. They’re quick and easy to make, perfect for satisfying those sudden, intense cravings for a sweet treat.
- Soft & Gooey – Underbaking is the secret to these cookies’ greatness. They emerge from the oven soft and chewy. They keep that fresh-out-of-the-oven goodness even after they’ve cooled.
- An Any-Season Treat – While they make an excellent holiday treat, these cookies are so delicious that you’ll want to enjoy them all year. Scoop and freeze the dough. Then, whether it’s a special occasion or just a regular day, they’re ready to deliver a touch of festive joy to your taste buds.
- Exceptionally Shareable – The sheer delight these cookies bring will make you a hero among friends and family. They’re half the calories if you share with a friend! It’s a guilt-free way to indulge in some sweet generosity.
What You’ll Need
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- Flour – All-purpose flour has the perfect protein content to create tender cookies that hold their shape without getting dense.
- Cocoa Powder – Use unsweetened cocoa powder. The extra richness will elevate the flavor even more if you can get your hands on Dutch-processed cocoa.
- Salt
- Chocolate – You’ll need chocolate to melt and chocolate chips to add to the dough. I recommend using semi-sweet for the melted chocolate and then ½ semi-sweet and ½ milk chocolate as the mix-in chips. However, feel free to use whatever chocolate ratios you prefer. Dark chocolate and milk chocolate would be just as delicious and less sweet.
- Eggs – Room temperature eggs will incorporate into the dough more easily than cold ones.
- Vanilla Extract – For a gourmet touch, use vanilla paste instead.
- Butter – Unsalted butter allows you to control the salty flavor. If you use salted butter, omit the added salt.
- Brown Sugar – You can use light brown sugar or dark brown sugar. The light version will give a mild yet rich flavor, and brown sugar will create an intense, almost maple flavor.
- Sugar – Granulated sugar dissolves and disperses evenly into the dough for the ideal sweetness.
- Peppermint Patties
How To Make Peppermint Patty Cookies
- Prepare Dry Ingredients. Begin by sifting together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt into a bowl. Set this mixture aside for later use.
- Melt Chocolate. Melt the chocolate over a double boiler. Or, use a microwave and heat it at 50% power for 1 minute. Stir, then repeat in 30-second intervals until smooth and melted.
- Cream Butter and Sugars. Cream the butter in a mixing bowl for about 1 minute until smooth. Then, add both the granulated sugar and brown sugar. Beat the mixture until well combined, creating a sandy texture.
- Add Wet Ingredients. Incorporate the eggs and vanilla. Then, slowly pour in the melted chocolate with the mixer on low. Mix until everything is thoroughly combined.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients. Gradually introduce the sifted flour mixture, mixing until it’s just combined. Using a spatula, gently fold in the chocolate chips and Peppermint Patties. Place the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to chill.
- Preheat and Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Scoop out small balls of the chilled dough onto a cookie sheet and bake for 9-10 minutes. Keep an eye on the edges, which should be set while the centers remain soft.
- Cool. Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to rest on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes (they will continue to cook slightly). Afterward, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Recipe Tips & Variations
- Chill for Intensified Flavor: For an even richer flavor, refrigerate the cookie dough for a few hours or overnight. This allows the ingredients to meld and enhances the chocolate-mint goodness.
- Experiment with Mint Extract: If you’re a mint enthusiast, add a drop or two of mint extract to the dough for an extra burst of minty freshness.
- Double the Recipe: These cookies disappear fast, so consider doubling the recipe to have plenty to share or save for later. They freeze well and make a delightful surprise for future cravings.
- Freeze Dough for Later: Roll extra dough into cookie-sized balls, freeze them on a baking sheet, then store them in a zip-top bag. Bake straight from the freezer for a fresh batch anytime.
- Parchment Paper Perfection: Line your baking sheet with parchment paper. It prevents cookies from sticking and makes cleanup a breeze.
Absolutely! You can use your favorite chocolate bars for melting, but make sure to break them into smaller pieces for even melting.
While you can use peppermint extract for a minty flavor, it won’t provide the same texture and surprise as Peppermint Patties. They add a delightful crunch and gooey center.
More Must Make Cookie Recipes
- Frosted Churro Cookies
- White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies
- Chocolate Chip Shortbread
- Frosted Sugar Cookies
- Hot Chocolate Cookies
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies
- Sour Cream Cookies
Peppermint Patty Fudge Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 2 whole large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 5 Tablespoons butter, softened
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
- 14 mini Peppermint Patties, chopped
Instructions
- Sift flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt into a bowl. Set aside.
- Melt chocolate. If using a microwave heat at 50% power for 1 minute. Stir. Repeat at 30 second intervals until melted and smooth.
- Using an electric mixer, cream butter for about 1 minute, until smooth. Add sugar and brown sugar. Beat until well combined, it will be a very sandy texture.
- Add in the eggs and vanilla and beat until the eggs are fully incorporated.
- With the mixer on low, slowly add the melted chocolate. Mix until everything is well combined.
- Slowly add the flour mixture, mix until it is just combined.
- Using a spatula fold in the chocolate chips and the Peppermint Patties. Put the dough in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350º F.
- Scoop small balls of dough onto a baking sheet. Bake for 9-10 minutes, until the edges are set. The center will appear soft.
- Remove from the oven, and let the cookies set on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes (they will continue to cook a little). Remove to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Peppermint patties are my down fall – can’t get enough of them. These cookies sounds amazing!
That is such a great and classic combination 🙂 They do give a wonderful and delicious holiday feel!
These cookies are SO GOOD! I made them last night just because they sounded so amazing, and I was blown away. I love all that chocolate and peppermint.
This is a fantastic idea! I need to try these immediately!
I love these fudgy treats! Can’t wait to make it again with the kids!