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Irresistible Candy Cane Double Chocolate Cookies

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These festive cookies combine rich cocoa and crushed candy canes for a chewy, fudgy texture with a refreshing peppermint crunch. Perfect for holiday gatherings and easy to make in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (220g) packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder (preferably Dutch-processed)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (175g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup (about 6-7) crushed candy canes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. Cream the butter and sugars together in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until combined and dough is thick and fudgy.
  6. Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  7. Crush candy canes using a food processor or place in a sealed plastic bag and crush with a rolling pin until small crunchy pieces form.
  8. Gently fold crushed candy canes into the dough.
  9. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets using a cookie scoop or two spoons, about 1.5 inches in diameter and spaced 2 inches apart.
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers are still slightly soft.
  11. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

Chill dough for 30 minutes before baking if kitchen is warm or humid to prevent spreading. Do not overmix dough after adding flour to avoid tough cookies. Crush candy canes right before mixing to keep crunch. Bake until edges are set but centers remain soft for chewy texture. Cool on racks to avoid soggy bottoms.

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