1-How to Prepare the Perfect Peppermint Red Velvet Cookies: Step-by-Step Guide: Making peppermint red velvet cookies is a fun process that doesn’t take long at all. Start by preheating your oven to 375 degrees, which is just right for these cookies. Then, in a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt, and set that aside for later.

2-Next, use a stand mixer with a paddle attachment to blend the vegetable oil and granulated sugar on medium speed until it’s creamy, about 3 minutes. Add the egg and mix it in well, then blend in the red food coloring, vinegar, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract. For an even better peppermint taste, especially if you’re using Milk Chocolate Kisses, you might want to increase the peppermint extract to 1 full teaspoon.

3-Now, on low speed, slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix just until combined. Roll the dough into balls, about 1 scant tablespoon each, and place them on baking sheets lined with parchment paper or a Silpat. Bake for 8 to 9 minutes, then remove from the oven, let them cool for 30 seconds, and press one frozen Kiss onto each cookie. For the full effect, remember to freeze the Kisses for at least 30 minutes before baking so they don’t melt too much.

4-After that, transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Let the chocolate set at room temperature or pop them in the fridge until firm, then bring them back to room temperature before serving. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature, and you’ll have fresh cookies ready to go. If you’re looking for more cookie ideas, check out our other cookie recipes on the blog for tasty variations.