Chocolate Peppermint Thumbprints

Name: Chocolate Peppermint Thumbprints
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 14 min
Total time: 44 min
Yield: 30
Ingredients: 1 and 1/2 cups (188g) all-purpose flour(spooned & leveled); 1/2 cup (41g) unsweetened natural cocoa powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature; 1/2 cup (100g) packed light or dark brown sugar; 2/3 cup (135g) granulated sugar, divided; 1 large egg, at room temperature; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract; 2 teaspoons milk; Ganache:; one 4 ounce semi-sweet chocolate bar (113g), finely chopped; 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream; 1/8 teaspoon peppermint extract; 1/4 cup crushed candy canes (2 large candy canes)

Prep Time

30m

Cook Time

14m

Total Time

44m

This chocolate peppermint thumbprints recipe brings together rich cocoa flavor, a hint of peppermint, and a sweet candy cane crunch. The buttery cookies are filled with a smooth chocolate ganache and finished with a sprinkle of crushed candy canes. A festive and indulgent holiday treat that is sure to impress.