When the holiday season rolls in and the world glitters with frosty charm, I love baking White Chocolate Peppermint Snow Cookies. These cookies are melt-in-your-mouth soft, studded with creamy white chocolate, and finished with a crisp burst of peppermint. Their wintry flavors and snowy look make them perfect for gifting, parties, or cozy evenings at home. Every year, I find myself making extra batches—they always vanish fast, and people beg for the recipe.
What sets these cookies apart is the perfect balance of butteriness, sweetness, and refreshing mint. The white chocolate gives a creamy richness, while crushed peppermint brings crackling, cool flavor with every bite. They’re as gorgeous as they are delicious, and the aromatics from vanilla and peppermint make your kitchen smell like a bakery wonderland.
Why I Love These Snow Cookies
These cookies are fuss-free and use classic pantry staples, yet they taste incredibly special. Their soft centers, crisp edges, and colorful peppermint flecks make them irresistible. They’re ideal for assembling treat boxes, decorating cookie platters, or sharing with loved ones. Plus, every batch turns out beautifully, even if you’re short on baking experience.
They’re also flexible—try swapping peppermint for festive sprinkles or even a dash of cinnamon for variety. I’ve made these for cookie swaps, school parties, and family movie nights, and there’s always a reason to keep them in rotation.
My Inspiration Behind This Cookie
I grew up baking classic sugar cookies every December, but adding white chocolate and crushed peppermint transforms them into something more magical. These cookies are inspired by snowy mornings, mugs of cocoa, and the happy crunch of candy canes. Through years of tweaking and holiday gifting, I landed on this recipe that’s both crowd-pleasing and simple—just the kind of holiday treat I love to share.
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