Chocolate Brownie Cookies (Peppermint, Gluten Free)

caitlinbrae — Thu, 16 Dec 2021 22:42:26 +0000

These chocolate brownie cookies have a fudgy brownie base and are topped with a vanilla peppermint frosting. Did I mention they are gluten free?

Chocolate brownie cookies

If you love chocolate and peppermint, these cookies are for you! I am a mint chocolate chip lover through and through. Growing up, mint chocolate chip ice cream was always my go to.

To be honest, I’m not sure why because I love chunky cookie dough or peanut butter moose tracks ice cream but, I always seemed to resort back to mint chocolate chip. It never failed me lol! Anyway, I digress.

These peppermint cookies definitely satisfy my chocolate peppermint cravings. Between the fudgy chocolate cookie and the sweet vanilla peppermint frosting, you can’t go wrong!

Why you’ll love these chocolate brownie cookies

You’re going to love these peppermint frosted cookies!

These chocolate brownie cookies are gluten free and grain free.
They have the perfect hint of peppermint (which can be scaled back or enhanced depending on your liking!)
These cookies are super fudgy and chocolatey.
These gluten free cookies are perfect to make for the holidays.
They are made from a mixture of almond flour and cocoa powder.
Additionally, try these Healthier Double Chocolate Cookies for some more chocolate cookie inspiration!

You will need the below ingredients to whip up this peppermint cookie recipe!

Chocolate chips are used to create a fudgy cookie base. We are going to melt the chocolate chips with some butter.
Butter, or coconut oil, is the baking fat used in this recipe. We are going to melt the butter with chocolate chips to create a fudgy base.
Coconut sugar will sweeten things up! Coconut sugar is a great all natural sweetener.
Two eggs will help bind all the ingredients together.
Almond flour is the main flour used in this recipe. Make sure to use blanched almond flour as it is typically finer in texture.
Cocoa powder is added to create a deep, rich chocolate flavor.
Baking soda is the leavening agent used to help puff up these cookies.
Lastly, a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor.

Ingredients needed for vanilla peppermint frosting

The below ingredients are needed to make this delicious frosting.

Butter, softened
Peppermint extract
Powdered sugar
Candy canes, 5-10 mini candy canes crushed
Almond milk

How to make these chocolate brownie cookies

Follow these few simple steps to whip up this recipe. Start out by preheating your oven to 350 degrees and lining two cookie sheets with parchment paper.

STEP 1

Firstly, melt the chocolate and butter. In a large microwave safe bowl, melt the chocolate and butter together. Microwave in 15 second increments, stirring after each time, until fully melted. Let it cool.

STEP 2

Secondly, add in the egg and sugar. Whisk the egg and sugar into the melted chocolate mixture.

STEP 3

Next, fold in the dry ingredients. Now, fold in the almond flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt. Mix until combined and smooth.

STEP 4

Lastly, bake! Scoop the cookies on to two baking sheets lined with parchment paper. Bake at 350 degrees for 11-14 minutes.

How to make the vanilla peppermint frosting

To start, crush the candy canes. Take your candy canes and place them in a small zip lock baggy. Using a rolling pin or large spoon, lightly tap on the candy canes until they are crushed. Set aside.

Next, cream the butter. Make sure your butter is softened and at room temperature. Using a hand mixer or a stand up mixture, cream your butter.

Add the remaining ingredients. Add half of the powdered sugar in with the butter. Cream until smooth. Now add the remaining powder sugar, peppermint extract and almond milk. Beat on low until smooth.

Fold in the candy canes. Using a spoon or spatula, fold in the candy canes.

Spread icing on cooled cookies. Using a pastry knife or a smooth butter knife, spread the icing on top of each cookie.

Lastly, enjoy (my favorite step)!!!! Top the cookies with more crush candy canes (optional, but recommend) and enjoy!

How to store these brownie cookies

Once these brownie cookies have fully cooled, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for a week. I find that they are best served chilled due to the icing.

Also, you can store them in the freezer! Store the cookies in a freezer friendly container or bag for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to enjoy them, simply let them thaw at room temperature. You can also defrost in the microwave (Personally, I love enjoying them slightly warm)!

If you love this peppermint cookie recipe, certainly try some of my other cookie recipes below.

Coconut Flour Candy Cookies

White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies

Paleo Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Peanut Butter Cup Cookies

Cassava Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies

Did you make these cookies?

If you give these peppermint cookies a try, then please don’t forget to rate this recipe or leave a comment down below! I love hearing from you and your feedback is super helpful to me and to other readers thinking about making this recipe. Your reviews and comments help support Brae’s Bites and allows me to continue to make delicious recipes. For some more recipe inspiration, you can also find and follow me on Instagram and Pinterest!