Peppermint Bark Cookies Delight

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Peppermint Bark Cookies Delight.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C). This is the perfect temperature to create those deliciously soft cookies. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. This dry mixture will help give your cookies the right structure. In a separate large bowl, beat together the softened butter, vegetable shortening, light brown sugar, and white sugar until the mixture is creamy and smooth. This is where the magic begins! Now, add in the eggs, vanilla extract, peppermint extract, and red food coloring, mixing until everything is well combined and smooth. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until a smooth dough forms. The dough should be thick and ready to hold all those delightful add-ins. Gently fold in the white chocolate chips and crushed peppermint candy canes, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough. Now comes the fun part! Pinch off pieces of dough, about the size of a tablespoon, and roll them into balls. Place these on ungreased baking sheets, giving them a little space to spread. For a nice touch, lightly flatten each cookie with the bottom of a drinking glass. Pop the baking sheets into your preheated oven and bake for 9 to 10 minutes, or until the cookies are set but not browned. The aroma will fill your kitchen with holiday cheer! Once baked, let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for about 2 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. Enjoy these festive treats with a warm cup of cocoa or share them with friends and family for a delightful holiday experience!