Peppermint Mocha Shortbread Xmas Cookies

Bring the holiday season cheer to your cookie platter with these festive peppermint mocha shortbread cookies. The rich combination of chocolate, coffee, and peppermint creates an irresistible treat perfect for celebrating Christmas.

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About this recipe:

These delightful shortbread cookies are infused with chocolate, coffee, and peppermint flavors, resulting in a unique and festive treat. Shaped into charming snowflakes, these cookies are delicious and visually appealing, making them ideal for holiday gatherings and gifting.

Peppermint Mocha Shortbread Xmas Cookies

Yield: 24 cookies

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Chill Time: 1 hour

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 2/3 cup granulated sugar

• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

• 1 tsp peppermint extract

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1 tbsp instant coffee granules

• 1/4 tsp salt

• Optional: white chocolate, melted, for drizzling

• Optional: crushed candy canes, for sprinkling

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until light and fluffy.

2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, instant coffee granules, and salt.

3. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.

4. Divide the dough in half and shape each portion into a flattened disc. Wrap each disc in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or until firm.

5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

6. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disc of dough to a 1/4-inch thickness. Using a snowflake-shaped cookie cutter, cut out cookies and carefully transfer them to the prepared baking sheets.

7. Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are set. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

8. Optional: Once the cookies have cooled, drizzle them with melted white chocolate and sprinkle with crushed candy canes for an added touch of festive charm.

Serving Size: 1 cookie

Nutrition Information (per serving):

• Calories: 130

• Protein: 1g

• Carbohydrates: 16g

• Fat: 7g

  • Saturated Fat: 4g

  • Trans Fat: 0g

  • Monounsaturated Fat: 2g

  • Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g

• Cholesterol: 20mg

• Fiber: 1g

• Sugar: 8g

• Sodium: 25mg

• Potassium: 40mg

• Vitamin A: 4% DV

• Vitamin C: 0% DV

• Calcium: 0% DV

• Iron: 4% DV