# Needed Ingredients:
→ Cookies
01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 large egg
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
06 - 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Topping
09 - 12 oz high-quality white chocolate, chopped or chips
10 - 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
03 - Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until incorporated to avoid overmixing.
06 - Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each portion.
07 - Gently flatten each cookie dough ball slightly using fingers or the back of a spoon.
08 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until edges are set but centers remain soft.
09 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
10 - Melt white chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
11 - Spread or drizzle melted white chocolate evenly over cooled cookies, then immediately sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top.
12 - Allow the white chocolate to fully set before serving; accelerate setting by chilling cookies in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
