Rich peppermint brownie cookies topped with Hershey Kisses and candy canes! Perfect for holiday parties, cookie exchanges, or a festive family treat.

Peppermint brownie cookies are the ultimate festive treat, combining the rich, fudgy goodness of brownies with the refreshing kick of peppermint. If you’re looking for a holiday cookie that stands out from the crowd, this recipe is the perfect answer.

These cookies are great for holiday gatherings, cookie exchanges, or as a sweet addition to your family’s Christmas dessert spread.

The combination of dark chocolate and mint gives them a luxurious, indulgent flavor that feels both cozy and celebratory—perfect for the winter season.

What makes these cookies extra special is their versatility. You can whip them up quickly using a brownie mix, yet they taste like you spent hours in the kitchen.

The crushed candy canes and peppermint Hershey Kisses add a festive touch, making these cookies as beautiful as they are delicious.

hand holding a peppermint brownie cookie

Plus, the contrast of the soft brownie cookie with the crunchy peppermint topping creates an irresistible texture.

Whether you’re preparing a batch for a holiday party or just want to enjoy a little treat with your hot cocoa, these peppermint brownie cookies will satisfy your sweet tooth while getting you into the holiday spirit.

Ingredients

1 box of dark chocolate brownie mix (I used Duncan Hines Dark Chocolate 18.2 ounce box)
1/4 cup all purpose flour
2 eggs
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon chocolate syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup mini chocolate chips
1/2 cup sugar
About 1 cup of crushed candy canes or peppermints
44 Hershey kisses

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Peppermint Brownie Cookies

These peppermint kiss cookies are fudgy, minty, and topped with crushed candy canes—perfect for holiday parties or cookie swaps!

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Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 7

Cooling Time: 10

Total Time: 32

Servings: people

Equipment

Ingredients

1 box dark chocolate brownie mix
1/4 cup all purpose flour
2 egg(s)
1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
1 tablespoon chocolate syrup
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup mini chocolate chips
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 cup candy canes or peppermints, crushed
44 Hershey kisses

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine the brownie mix and flour together.
Once the flour is mixed, stir in the eggs, melted butter, chocolate syrup, and vanilla together until combined.
Add the chocolate chips and gently mix them into the batter.
Use a one tablespoon cookie scoop to create cookie dough balls.
Roll each cookie dough ball in the granulated sugar until fully coated on the outside.
Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet (about 1 1/2” apart – they can be pretty close), and bake for 7 minutes.
Remove the cookies from the oven and garnish with crushed peppermint or crushed candy canes.
Top with a peppermint Hershey Kiss.
Let cool on the baking sheet for 8-9 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.