Peppermint Flourless Cookies

Indulge in these delightful peppermint flourless cookies that are perfect for the holidays or any time you crave a chocolatey and minty treat.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 cup cocoa powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3 large egg whites
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper

In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and salt

In another bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form

Gently fold the dry ingredients into the beaten egg whites

Stir in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract

Fold in the dark chocolate chips

Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet

Sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top of each cookie

Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes

The cookies should be set but still slightly soft in the center

Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely