Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Don’t forget to line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking!

Cream Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.

Incorporate Eggs: Add the large eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until they’re fully incorporated into the creamy batter.

Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. Gradually mix these dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.

Fold in Peppermint: Gently fold in the crushed peppermint candies to add that delightful festive crunch to your cookies!

Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.

Bake: Place your cookies in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes. Allow them to cool completely before enjoying!