Mint Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candy canes

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Add the vanilla and peppermint extracts and mix until combined.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips and crushed candy canes.
5. Form the dough into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden brown.
6. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• These cookies freeze well for up to 3 months.
• Substitute the peppermint extract with almond or coconut extract for a different flavor.
• You can swap out the chocolate chips for white chocolate chips or butterscotch chips.