Description
Festive peppermint edible cookie dough delivers holiday cheer in every creamy spoonful. Cool mint notes and rich chocolate chips create a delightful no-bake treat you’ll savor with pure seasonal joy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
Flavor and Mix-ins:
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Binding and Safety Ingredients:
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Heat-treat flour in a microwave-safe bowl at 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until it reaches 165°F to eliminate potential bacteria, then set aside to cool completely.
- Cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy, ensuring no sugar granules remain.
- Incorporate vanilla extract and peppermint extract into the butter mixture, blending thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly.
- Gradually fold in the cooled, heat-treated flour and salt, mixing until a smooth, cohesive dough forms without overmixing.
- Add heavy cream and milk, stirring gently to create a soft, pliable consistency that’s not too wet or dry.
- Fold in mini chocolate chips and crushed candy canes, distributing them throughout the dough for consistent flavor and texture.
- Transfer the edible cookie dough to an airtight container, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and dough to firm slightly.
- Serve chilled, garnishing with additional crushed candy canes if desired, and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Precise flour heating eliminates harmful bacteria, ensuring safe consumption of raw cookie dough.
- Softening butter completely prevents lumpy texture and guarantees smooth, creamy consistency.
- Use room temperature ingredients for optimal blending and even flavor distribution.
- Refrigeration helps develop deeper peppermint and chocolate flavors while firming up the dough’s texture.
- Experiment with dairy-free alternatives like coconut cream or almond milk for vegan adaptations.
- Control extract intensity by adjusting peppermint levels to suit personal taste preferences.
- Crush candy canes finely for more even distribution and balanced minty crunch throughout the dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg