Directions

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
• Beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
• Incorporate the large egg and peppermint extract. Beat until well combined.
• Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients. Mix just until combined.
• Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and crushed peppermint candies gently.
• Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto your prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
• Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
• Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.