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Chocolate Peppermint Cookie Cups

Chocolate Peppermint Cookie Cups That Melt in Your Mouth

These Chocolate Peppermint Cookie Cups combine rich chocolate with refreshing peppermint, creating an irresistible festive treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cookie cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Consider using gluten-free blend if needed.
  • 0.5 cups Black Cocoa Powder Can swap with Dutch-processed cocoa for milder taste.
  • 0.5 cups Brown Sugar White sugar can work as a substitute if necessary.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Using unsalted gives better control over saltiness.
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Feel free to substitute with almond extract.
For the Minty Filling
  • 1 cups Heavy Cream Use a chilled bowl for best results.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Must be softened to mix easily.
  • 0.5 cups Powdered Sugar Avoid granulated sugar as it won't dissolve properly.
  • 1 teaspoon Peppermint Extract Adjust as needed to suit your taste.
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Candy Canes Can substitute with crushed peppermint candies.

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Cupcake tins
  • Piping Bag

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and coat cupcake tins with cooking spray.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream together butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until incorporated.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.
  6. Portion the dough into the prepared tins and bake for 10-13 minutes.
  7. Create wells in the center of the cookies using a teaspoon.
  8. Cool the cookie cups in the pans for about 10 minutes.
  9. Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then combine with the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract.
  10. Fill the cookie cups with the minty filling using a piping bag.
  11. Chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
  12. Sprinkle candy canes on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookie cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cookies are slightly soft in the center to prevent cracking. Use a chilled bowl for whipping cream to achieve the best texture. Customize flavors boldly to suit your taste.

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