Candy Cane Joe-Joe's Stuffed Cookies Recipe
You will fall in love with these Candy Cane Joe-Joe’s Stuffed Cookies! Rich chocolate cookies with a bright peppermint center make every bite an indulgent treat!
Servings: 18 cookies
Calories: 205kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 egg
- 1 cup + 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup + 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 Tbsp milk
- 18 peppermint Joe-Joe's
- 1/3 cup Andes peppermint baking chips
Instructions
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the butter, sugars, and extracts. Beat until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. With mixing speed on low, add the egg and mix until combined.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and the milk, mixing until just combined.
- Place dough in the refrigerator and chill for 1 hour.*
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or baking mats, and set aside.
- Using a standard-size cookie scoop (1.5 tbsp.), create balls of dough. Divide each ball in half and sandwich the Joe-Joes between so that half of the dough is on top and half is on the bottom. Pat to seal the cookie inside. Place on prepared cookie sheets and sprinkle with peppermint chips.
- Place in the oven to bake for 10-12 minutes. The cookies should be soft but the edges should be set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 3-4 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
*Dough must be chilled to handle it. If not, it will be too sticky and will get all over your hands!
STORE Candy Cane Joe Joe’s Stuffed Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, FREEZE in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
To enjoy from frozen, REHEAT in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 3-5 minutes or let thaw at room temperature.
Nutrition
Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 189mg | Potassium: 88mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 174IU | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 2mg
