There’s something magical about the mix of chocolate, peppermint, and that familiar Oreo crunch especially in mini form. These tiny cookies are perfect for holiday trays, gifting, or whenever you need a sweet bite that feels both fun and cozy. Let’s get baking together.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup crushed Oreos (about 6 cookies)
- 1/3 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
- Optional: 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips or white chocolate chips
Steps
- Cream the butter and sugars
Beat the softened butter with both sugars until fluffy. This gives your mini cookies a soft, melt-in-your-mouth base. - Add the egg and vanilla
Mix them in gently. Don’t over-beat just enough to blend everything smoothly. - Whisk dry ingredients
In another bowl, stir together the flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt. If the mixture looks a little dark, that’s exactly right. - Combine wet and dry
Add the dry mixture into the butter mixture. The dough will be thick don’t worry, that’s perfect for mini cookies.
- Stir in the mix-ins
Fold in crushed Oreos, crushed peppermint, and any chocolate chips you’re using. A little unevenness looks charming in mini cookies. - Shape into mini scoops
Roll or scoop 1-inch dough balls onto a lined baking sheet. Leave a little space they’ll puff slightly. - Bake at 350°F for 8–9 minutes
Pull them out while the centers look soft. Mini cookies firm up as they cool.
Chef’s Tips
- Slightly underbake for the dreamiest, fudgy texture.
- If your peppermint candies melt too much, try chilling the dough 15 minutes before baking.
- Store in an airtight container with a piece of parchment between layers to keep the peppermint from getting sticky.
Variations
- Minty White Chocolate: Fold in white chocolate chips for a creamy contrast.
- Double Oreo: Add a sprinkle of crushed Oreo on top right before baking.
- Festive Kids’ Version: Swap peppermint for colorful holiday sprinkles.
Serving Suggestion
These little cookies are wonderful with a cup of hot cocoa or tucked into a holiday gift box. Serve them warm for the softest centers and the prettiest peppermint sparkle.