When winter frost patterns appear on windows and Christmas lights twinkle in the evening, it’s time to bring the magic of peppermint and chocolate together in your kitchen. These stunning crinkle cookies not only taste delicious but create a beautiful visual impact that’s perfect for holiday gifting or festive displays.

At HomeFit UK, we believe that baking should be both enjoyable and practical. That’s why our kitchen designs incorporate features like pull-out spice racks (perfect for organizing all your holiday baking essentials) and ergonomic counter heights that make rolling these beautiful cookies a breeze.

Ingredients:

For the Cookies:

• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups white sugar
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 4 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
• ¼ cup crushed candy canes

Equipment Needed:

• Large mixing bowls
• Electric mixer
• Baking sheets
• Parchment paper
• Small bowl for rolling
• Cooling rack
• Airtight container for storage

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together cocoa, white sugar, and vegetable oil.
2. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla and peppermint extract.
3. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Gradually stir dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Cover and chill for at least 4 hours.
5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
6. Roll dough into 1-inch balls.
7. Roll each ball in powdered sugar, then place on prepared baking sheets.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers are still slightly soft.
9. Immediately sprinkle with crushed candy canes while warm.
10. Cool completely on wire racks.

Pro Kitchen Tips:

• Our kitchen designs feature excellent lighting, essential for seeing if cookies are properly coated
• Temperature-controlled storage areas keep your chocolate at the perfect consistency
• Easy-clean surfaces make dealing with powdered sugar much less daunting
• Wide countertops provide plenty of space for cooling racks

Storage:

Keep in an airtight container for up to 1 week, layers separated by parchment paper.