Oreo Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Delight in these festive Oreo Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies, combining the classic richness of Oreos and semi-sweet chocolate chips with a refreshing crunch of crushed candy canes. These soft, gooey-centered cookies are perfect for holiday treats or anytime you crave a sweet, minty twist in your baked goods.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 29 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 1/3 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1 egg (room temperature)
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup candy cane (crushed)
- 7 Oreos (crushed)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a cookie baking tray by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat, then set it aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, combine the softened butter, white sugar, and dark brown sugar. Cream the mixture together until it is smooth and well combined using a spatula or electric mixer.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the room temperature egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated and the batter is smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl or directly into the wet mixture, add all-purpose flour, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt. Gently fold these dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms, taking care not to overmix to maintain a tender texture.
- Fold in Add-ins: Incorporate the semi-sweet chocolate chips, crushed candy cane, and crushed Oreos into the dough. Fold them evenly to distribute the mix-ins without breaking them down too much.
- Bake Cookies: Spoon six cookies onto the prepared baking tray at a time, spacing them evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 13-14 minutes. The cookies will look soft and gooey in the center but will have crisp edges. Remove them promptly to allow carryover baking on the pan.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cookies cool on the tray for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Optionally, add extra toppings immediately after baking for garnish. Enjoy fresh and warm!
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened for easier creaming with the sugars.
- Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to prevent tough cookies.
- Crushing the Oreos and candy canes by hand helps retain some texture and adds delightful bursts of flavor.
- Baking six cookies at once allows for even heat distribution and consistent baking.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet to finish baking and set up without becoming dry.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
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