Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
Indulge in the festive delight of Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars, a perfect blend of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint. With their fudgy texture and irresistible flavor, these bars bring warmth and cheer to any occasion. Ideal for cozy nights or holiday gatherings, they are sure to impress friends and family alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in peppermint extract.
- In another bowl, sift flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt together. Gradually fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips and additional peppermint candies if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes until set but moist; check with a toothpick.
- Let cool before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: - For a richer chocolate flavor, substitute Dutch-processed cocoa powder. - Swap semi-sweet chocolate chips for dark or white chocolate for variation. - Top with crushed peppermint candies before baking for extra crunch.