Forget Everything You Know About Cookies – This Peppermint Twist Will Blow Your Mind!

These White Chocolate Peppermint Cookies bring a festive twist to your cookie jar! Soft, chewy, and infused with the refreshing zing of peppermint, they’re perfect for cozy winter nights or holiday celebrations.

The creamy white chocolate chips add a luxurious sweetness, while crushed peppermint candies give them that delightful crunch and unmistakable holiday flavor. Whether you’re baking for a party or just looking for a seasonal pick-me-up, these cookies are sure to spread cheer.

Pair them with a comforting Vanilla Ice Cream a warm, spiced contrast, or sip on a cozy glass of Mulled Wine to enhance their festive charm. These cookies are easy to make but feel like a gourmet treat, making them a perfect addition to your holiday traditions.

Why I Love This Recipe (And You Will Too)

The freshly baked cookies are cooling on a wire rack over the white marble cooktop. Nearby, a plate is stacked with cookies, their peppermint and white chocolate toppings sparkling, ready to be served.

  • Full of holiday spirit: The peppermint flavor and festive colors make these cookies a seasonal must-have.
  • So simple to bake: Quick to mix, easy to bake—perfect for a last-minute holiday dessert.
  • Perfect for gifting: Package them up for holiday gift boxes or cookie swaps.
  • Chewy and flavorful: The combination of white chocolate and peppermint makes these cookies irresistible.
The freshly baked cookies are cooling on a wire rack over the white marble cooktop. Nearby, a plate is stacked with cookies, their peppermint and white chocolate toppings sparkling, ready to be served.

White Chocolate Peppermint Cookies Recipe

A festive holiday cookie bursting with white chocolate, crushed candy canes, and a hint of peppermint! Perfect for cookie exchanges or to enjoy with a hot cup of cocoa.
5 from 5 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 18
Calories 140 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls (at least 2)
  • Whisk
  • Stand mixer or hand mixer
  • Spatula
  • Ice cream scoop (optional, 2-tablespoon size recommended)
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Bowl for crushed candy canes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter room temp
  • 3/4 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup crushed candy canes plus more for dipping
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1 pinch baking powder
  • 1 egg room temp
  • 1/2 cup sugar plus 1 tbsp
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp peppermint oil

Instructions
 

Preheat Oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Prepare Dry Ingredients:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
    A medium glass mixing bowl on the white marble cooktop contains flour, baking soda, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. A whisk is blending the dry ingredients into a smooth, even mixture.

Cream Butter and Sugar:

  • In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar with a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
    A large glass mixing bowl sits on the white marble cooktop. Inside, softened butter and sugar are being beaten with a hand mixer, creating a light and fluffy texture as the base for the cookie dough.

Add Wet Ingredients:

  • Mix in the egg, followed by vanilla extract and peppermint oil.
    The glass mixing bowl on the white marble cooktop shows an egg being cracked into the creamed butter and sugar mixture. Nearby, bottles of vanilla extract and peppermint oil await their turn to be added.

Combine Dry Ingredients:

  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
    The glass mixing bowl on the white marble cooktop is shown as the dry ingredients are gradually folded into the wet mixture with a spatula, forming a cohesive cookie dough.

Fold in Mix-ins:

  • Gently fold in the white chocolate chips and crushed candy canes.
    A glass mixing bowl on the white marble cooktop is filled with cookie dough, as white chocolate chips and crushed candy canes are being gently folded in, adding festive flair.

Shape Cookies:

  • Use a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop or spoon to portion out dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
    A cookie scoop portions dough balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet resting on the white marble cooktop. The evenly spaced dough balls are prepped for the next step.

Coat in Candy Canes:

  • Dip the tops of each dough ball into additional crushed candy canes for extra texture and festive flair.
    The dough balls on the parchment-lined baking sheet are being dipped into crushed candy canes, creating a colorful, textured coating for the cookies.

Chill Dough:

  • Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 5–10 minutes to chill the dough slightly.

Bake the Cookies:

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 6–7 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.

Cool and Serve:

  • Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
    The freshly baked cookies are cooling on a wire rack over the white marble cooktop. Nearby, a plate is stacked with cookies, their peppermint and white chocolate toppings sparkling, ready to be served.

Nutritional Facts:

Calories140kcal
Cholesterol20g
Sodium180g
Fat5.7g
Protein2g
Calcium35g

Festive Variations for White Chocolate Peppermint Cookies!

  1. Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
    Replace 1/4 cup of the flour with unsweetened cocoa powder to create a rich, chocolatey base that complements the peppermint flavor beautifully.
  2. Mint Mocha Cookies
    Add 1 teaspoon of instant coffee powder to the dry ingredients for a delightful mocha twist. The coffee flavor enhances the white chocolate and peppermint combo.
  3. Dark Chocolate Drizzle
    After the cookies have cooled, drizzle melted dark chocolate over the tops for a decadent finish and a beautiful presentation.
  4. Nutty Peppermint Delight
    Fold in 1/4 cup of finely chopped toasted almonds or hazelnuts along with the white chocolate chips for added crunch and depth of flavor.
  5. Peppermint Cream Sandwich Cookies
    Turn these cookies into sandwich cookies by pairing them with a fluffy peppermint buttercream filling. Add a hint of crushed candy canes to the filling for extra festive flair.
  6. Cranberry Peppermint Bliss
    Mix 1/4 cup of dried cranberries into the dough for a sweet and tangy contrast to the creamy white chocolate and minty flavors.
  7. Gluten-Free Peppermint Cookies
    Substitute the all-purpose flour with 1:1 gluten-free baking flour to make these cookies gluten-free without compromising texture or flavor.
  8. Spiced Holiday Cookies
    Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dry ingredients for a warm, spicy twist that pairs surprisingly well with the peppermint.
  9. Vegan Peppermint Cookies
    Swap the butter with vegan butter, use a flaxseed egg (1 tablespoon flaxseed meal + 2.5 tablespoons water), and check that the white chocolate chips are dairy-free to make a vegan-friendly version.
  10. Salted Caramel Peppermint Cookies
    Sprinkle a touch of flaky sea salt on the cookies before baking, then drizzle with caramel sauce once cooled for a sweet and salty treat.

These variations ensure your peppermint cookies can cater to diverse tastes and occasions!

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5 thoughts on “Forget Everything You Know About Cookies – This Peppermint Twist Will Blow Your Mind!”

  1. 5 stars
    These cookies were a huge hit at my office holiday party! The white chocolate and peppermint combo is just perfect. I’ll be making another batch this weekend.

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  2. 5 stars
    Wow, these cookies are so festive and delicious! The crushed peppermint on top adds the perfect crunch. Thank you for sharing this amazing recipe!

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  3. 5 stars
    I made these with my kids, and they loved it! The cookies are soft and chewy, and the peppermint flavor isn’t overwhelming. Perfect for the holidays!

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  4. 5 stars
    Absolutely loved this recipe! I added a drizzle of white chocolate on top for extra sweetness. These cookies are now a staple in my Christmas baking lineup.

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  5. 5 stars
    These cookies are incredible! The peppermint flavor pairs so well with the white chocolate. They look so pretty, too—perfect for gifting!

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