Preparation Steps

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until it's fluffy and light. Then, add in the eggs and mix until well combined, followed by the vanilla and peppermint extracts.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and cocoa powder. Gradually mix this dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined. If you’d like, fold in the chocolate chips for an extra chocolatey goodness.
• Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie. Bake for about 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges look set but the centers are still soft.
• Once baked, let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Finish them off by sprinkling the crushed candy canes on top for a festive touch.