Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

Step 1

Cream butter and sugar in a stand mixer for 3 to 4 minutes until light and fluffy, scraping down the sides as needed. Ensure you allow the full 3-4 minutes, this step is very important.

Step 2

Add the egg yolks and peppermint extract and mix for 30 seconds.

Step 3

Stir in the flour a little bit at a time mixing until combined. If the dough doesn't hold together, it needs to be mixed a little bit longer.

Step 4

Divide the dough in half and shape it into two logs, about 2" in diameter. Roll each log in parchment paper and chill for at least 1 hour (or up to 48 hours).

Step 5

Remove from the refrigerator and preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

Unwrap the dough and slice into ½" thick slices. Place the doug on parchment lined pans about 1" apart.

Step 7

Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, just until the edges start to lightly brown. Cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 8

Melt the chocolate wafers in a bowl in the microwave on 30-second intervals stirring between each addition until fully melted.

Step 9

Dip half of each cookie in the chocolate and place on parchment or wax paper to set.

Step 10

Sprinkle the chocolate with crushed peppermint candy before the chocolate hardens.