Chewy Peppermint Chocolate Kiss Christmas Cookies

Create holiday joy with Double Chocolate Peppermint Kiss Cookies, soft and rich cookies topped with melting peppermint kisses.

Nothing says holiday season quite like the combination of rich chocolate and cool peppermint. As soon as December rolls in, my kitchen turns into a full-on cookie workshop—and these Peppermint Chocolate Kiss Cookies always make the first batch. They’re soft, fudgy, beautifully crackled on top, and finished with a creamy peppermint white chocolate kiss that melts ever so slightly into the warm cookie. They’re basically Christmas magic in cookie form.

If you’re planning a holiday cookie box this year, pair these with my Gingerbread Truffles or classic Chocolate Peppermint Bark for a truly festive spread.

Let’s get baking!

Why We Love These Peppermint Chocolate Kiss Cookies

There are so many reasons these cookies make it onto our holiday baking list year after year:

1. They taste like Christmas in every bite.
The combination of mint and deep, rich chocolate and cool peppermint is the essence of the holiday season. Each cookie is like a little peppermint mocha wrapped in a chewy, chocolatey shell.

2. They have the perfect soft, brownie-like texture.
Thanks to the cocoa powder and eggs, these cookies bake up thick, fudgy, and irresistibly soft—almost like brownie bites with a holiday spin.

3. They’re beautiful without any extra decorating.
The peppermint white chocolate kiss on top instantly turns them into a show-stopping holiday cookie. No frosting. No piping bags. Just simple, stunning festive magic.  

4. They’re easy to make ahead.
The dough chills beautifully and actually tastes better when made ahead of time. That makes this easy recipe perfect for busy December schedules or cookie-swap parties.

5. They’re a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Kids love them. Adults love them. And they disappear from cookie platters faster than you can say “peppermint.”  They’re perfect for your office cookie swap! 

6. They freeze wonderfully.
Whether you prep the dough ahead or freeze the baked cookies, they’re a stress-free addition to your holiday baking lineup.

7. They fill your kitchen with the BEST holiday aroma.
When these bake, the mix of warm chocolate and peppermint smells like pure Christmas cheer.

Key Ingredients for these Chocolate Peppermint Kiss Cookies

Peppermint white chocolate kisses
These peppermint kisses are a cute and festive topper that completes each cookie, with the perfect amount of peppermint flavor!

1 1/2 sticks Country Crock Baking Sticks, salted
These create a soft, pillowy cookie with a chewy center.

1 1/2 cups granulated white sugar
Sweetens the dough and helps create that signature crackle on top.

1/2 cup tightly packed light or dark brown sugar
Adds moisture and deeper caramel notes.

4 large eggs
Bind the dough and contribute to that brownie-like texture.

2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Enhances the chocolate and adds warmth.

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
The base that gives the cookies structure.

1 cup regular cocoa powder
Gives the cookies their rich chocolate flavor.

1 Tablespoon baking powder
Provides lift and keeps the cookies soft and puffy.

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks

Melt into pockets of fudgy goodness.

These Peppermint Chocolate Kiss Cookies will quickly become a holiday tradition in your home—just like they have in mine. They’re rich, festive, and impossible to eat just one.

Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Peppermint Chocolate Kiss Cookies

1. Cream butter and sugars

In a large bowl, combine the Country Crock baking sticks with the granulated sugar and brown sugar. Use a hand mixer to beat until the mixture is light, fluffy, and pale in color.  Alternatively, you could use a stand mixer with a paddle attachment

2. Add the eggs and vanilla

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. The dough will be glossy and smooth.

3. Mix the dry ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. This ensures everything is evenly distributed.

4. Combine wet and dry

Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients. Continue mixing until everything is fully combined and no flour streaks remain.

5. Add chocolate chunks

Stir in the chocolate chunks for that extra fudgy bite.

6. Chill the dough

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. This helps the flavors develop and keeps the cookies from spreading too much.

7. Bake the cookies

Once the dough is chilled, preheat your oven to 350°F. Scoop the dough with a small cookie scoop onto a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 12 minutes, or until the tops are just set but still soft.

8. Add the peppermint kiss

Remove the cookies from the oven and immediately press an unwrapped peppermint white chocolate kiss into the center of the top of each cookie. Let the hot cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

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Tips for Perfect Peppermint Chocolate Kiss Cookies

• Don’t skip the chill time—this is key for getting thick, chewy cookies.
• Add the kiss right away so it softens slightly and sticks without melting too much.
• Use natural cocoa powder, not Dutch-process, for best results with baking powder.

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How to Store These Cookies

• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
• Freeze unbaked dough balls for up to 3 months—just bake and add the kiss afterward.
• Freeze baked cookies for 1 month, allowing them to thaw at room temp before serving.

More Holiday Favorites to Try

Looking for more Christmas cookie recipes? Check these out! 

Easy Holiday Gingerbread Truffles – Experience the joy of Gingerbread truffles, featuring gingersnap cookies and cream cheese filling—a treat everyone will love.

DIY Christmas Gingerbread Wreath – so simple to put together and makes a stunning edible centerpiece! Perfect for holiday entertaining!

East Christmas Tree Cookies – simple sugar cookies frosted with fluffy buttercream couldn’t be easier for a festive holiday treat!

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