These easy Peppermint Oreo Cookies are loaded with cookie chunks and peppermint chips, making them taste amazing! Make a batch for your family this holiday season and watch how quickly they disappear.
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A few years ago I made these chocolate mint cookies, and I have been dreaming about them recently. They seriously taste like a deep fried mint Oreo, and they are heavenly!
For the holidays, I decided to make a peppermint version. And oh my word! These peppermint cookies and cream cookies are seriously one of the best Christmas cookies you will make this year!
They are so easy to make because they start with a box cake mix. I have a serious love affair with easy cake mix cookies!
Why These Oreo Cookies Are The Best
- Easy to make with just a few ingredients.
- Stay soft for days making them the perfect cookie to ship to loved ones.
- Loaded with Oreo cookie chunks and peppermint crunch chips!
- Tastes like Christmas in a cookie!
- Get rave reviews from everyone who tries them.
Main Ingredient Notes
The dough for these peppermint crunch cookies comes together in minutes. In order to keep the cookies from spreading as they bake, you need to refrigerate the dough for at least an hour.
- Vanilla Cake Mix - The dry cake mix is the base to the cookie dough.
- Butter & Cream Cheese - Provides the moisture and fat needed for soft, puffy cookies.
- Egg - One large egg helps to bind the ingredients together.
- Extracts - A mixture of vanilla extract and peppermint extract gives the cookies a great flavor.
- Mix-Ins - Chocolate chips, Oreo cookies, and Andes peppermint crunch chips are my favorite things to add to these peppermint cake mix cookies.
FYI: If you love these peppermint Oreo cookies, you have to try these chocolate peppermint crunch cookies. The same delicious holiday cookie, but in chocolate form!
How to make Peppermint Oreo Cookies
For this holiday cookie, I decided to jazz up these cookies and cream cookies with some peppermint extract and peppermint crunch chips. I have been using these peppermint bits for years, and I'm still obsessed with them.
- Make the dough. Mix together the dry cake mix, softened butter, egg, extract, and cream cheese until a soft dough forms. FYI: These cookies seem to work best with a Pillsbury or Aldi cake mix.
- Add the mix-ins. Stir in the Oreo cookie chunks, chocolate chips, and peppermint crunch bits gently.
- Refrigerate the dough. Keep it in there for at least 60 minutes. The longer you refrigerate, the better. The dough should be able to be scooped and rolled without it sticking to your hands.
- Make dough balls. Use a cookie scoop to divide the dough into 24 scoops. Roll the dough into a ball. Place 12 on a baking sheet with a baking mat & the other 12 in the fridge.
- Bake and cool. Bake the cookies for 10-11 minutes, then cool for a few minutes on the hot pan before placing on a cooling rack. Whatever you do, do NOT over bake them! Trust me on this. Yes, the cookies will be very soft and you will think I'm crazy. But cake cookies do set up after cooling.
BruCrew Tip: The cookies may come out of the oven slightly puffy. If you want, you can tap the tops with a flat spatula after 2-3 minutes. It's not necessary, but I like to do that.
Storage Recommendations
On the Counter - Keep the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days.
In the Freezer - Place cooled peppermint cookies in between layers of parchment paper in a freezer safe bag or container. Freeze for 1-2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
Recipe FAQS
The Andes peppermint crunch chips tend to sell out very quickly each year. You can usually find them on Amazon year round. I also saw Andes peppermint crunch thins at Target that could be chopped into chunks.
You can also chop up Ghirardelli peppermint bars or Hershey's candy cane kisses and use those if you can't find the Andes chips.
You can, but I don't recommend it because candy canes melt down so quickly in heat. You could end up with puddles of melted candy in and around the cookies.
You can freeze the scoops of dough, so you can enjoy hot fresh cookies later. Remove the frozen dough balls and let thaw for about 15 minutes before baking. The dough will last up to 3 months in the freezer.
Or you can freeze the baked cookies after they have cooled for a few hours. Make sure to place parchment or wax paper between the cookies to keep them from sticking together. Remove and let thaw to room temperature before serving.
More Christmas Cookie Recipes
- Candy Cane Kiss Cookies
- White Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
- Mint Truffle Kiss Cookies
- Peppermint Mocha Cookies
- Homemade Little Debbie Cherry Cordials
- Mint Chocolate Pudding Cookies
- Mint Meltaways recipe
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Recipe
Peppermint Oreo Cookies
These easy Peppermint Oreo Cookies are loaded with cookie chunks and peppermint chips, making them taste amazing! Make a batch for your family this holiday season and watch how quickly they disappear.
Ingredients
- 1 box white cake mix (see note below)
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Oreo cookie chunks
- 1 cup Andes Peppermint Crunch pieces + extra
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips + extra
Instructions
- Add the dry cake mix, butter, egg, extracts, and cream cheese to a mixing bowl. Beat with a mixer until a soft dough forms.
- Stir in the cookie chunks, peppermint crunch pieces and chocolate chips gently. Refrigerate the dough for at least 60 minutes. The longer, the better. The dough should not stick to your hands when you roll it.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Scoop or roll the dough into 24 balls. Place 12 on a baking sheet and the other 12 in the fridge.
- Bake for 10-11 minutes. Do not over bake. The cookies will be very soft and look undone when you take them out.
- Let the cookies sit on the hot cookie sheet for 2-3 minutes, then gently remove them with a thin metal spatula to a piece of parchment paper on the counter.
- If the cookies are extra puffy, tap the tops with the bottom of the flat spatula. Press extra chocolate chips or peppermint pieces into the tops of the hot cookies. Let them sit until completely cool. Store in a sealed container.
Notes
- These cookies seem to work best if a Pillsbury or Aldi cake mix is used.
- Make sure the butter and cream cheese are not overly soft. If they are, your cookie dough may need to be refrigerated longer.
- If you are using a hand mixer, it will take longer for the dough to come together. Keep mixing until there are no butter or cream cheese streaks.
- Cake mix cookies do take longer to set up. These are best after cooling on the counter for a few hours.
- Can't find the Andes Peppermint Crunch pieces, use any type of chocolate peppermint candy bar and cut into small pieces.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 24 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 179Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 73mgCarbohydrates: 17gFiber: 1gSugar: 12gProtein: 2g
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. If you need special diet advice, please see a registered dietician.
*The post for Oreo Peppermint Crunch Cookies was first published on December 4, 2013. The post and photos were updated, and it was republished on December 4, 2019.
Katrina @ In Katrina's Kitchen
I could seriously eat those peppermint candy pieces straight up out of the bag. These cookies are so pretty!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Oh, that is how I have finished off a bag already...plus the ones I had leftover from baking! I love them a little too much 🙂
Kelsey Liss
Can i use any substitution for the cream cheese? Greek yogurt perhaps? (not an avid baker)
Jocelyn Brubaker
I haven't tried these cookies using yogurt, so I'm not sure. I know greek yogurt can be substituted for cream cheese in some recipes. If you try it, let me know how it works out.
Lindsay @ Life, Love and Sugar
oh my gosh, I want one! They look so soft and fluffy! And I'm totally loving the andes peppermint pieces too - yum yum yum. 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Lindsay!
Erin | The Law Student's Wife
Well, good thing I ate two cookies yesterday--I must have subconsciously known it was national cookie day 😉 I have a mini (aka major) obsession with Andes mint pieces too, and Christmas makes me crave all things cookie and all things minty. These are on my baking list!
Jocelyn Brubaker
It's a good thing you had your cookies. And those Andes mint pieces are so doggone addicting...I can't stop eating or baking!
Laura @ Lauras Baking Talent
I can't believe I totally missed National Cookie Day! These look great. I bet they are a great mix with the peppermint and chocolate. Thanks for sharing 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Laura!
Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious
This definitely gets me in the Christmas spirit!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Delicious pepperminty cookies have a way of doing that for sure 🙂
Julianne @ Beyond Frosting
I feel like I need to go make these immediately! I have never tried a cake mix cookie but they always look so fluffy!
Jocelyn Brubaker
They are so fluffy and puffy! I think you should give the cake mix cookie a go!
Liz @ Life Made Sweet
These cookies are making my mouth water and all I want to do is eat a cookie right now!!! I can’t believe I had no idea it was National Cookie Day either!! Thank goodness for facebook 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
All I want to do is eat more cookies now too. Thank goodness for FB for sure!
Kelly
These cookies look amazing Jocelyn! So soft, pretty and festive! I am on a peppermint and chocolate kick and adore anything with the Andes Peppermint Crunch chips too 🙂 Happy Cookie Day, these cookies are just perfect for this occasion! Pinned 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
I'm so glad I'm not the only one obsessed with chocolate and peppermint right now! Thanks for pinning.
Maysem
Wow!! These look and sound amazing!! Definitely making them!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks! I hope you enjoy them!
Renee @ Two in the Kitchen
This post just made me so happy! I love your peppermint treats!! And I am all about taking short cuts with baking during the holidays!! There is time to bake from scratch all the rest of the year. But the holidays are just so BUSY!! #Keepitsimple!!! (and delicious!!) 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thank you Renee. Busy times call for easy cookies!
Jennie @themessybakerblog
You just combined all of my favorite things and stuffed them into a cookie. It doesn't get much better. Pinned.
Jocelyn Brubaker
I agree...it doesn't get much better. Thank you for the pin!
Rebekah | The Kitchen Gidget
I've never made cookies from cake mix before, but that texture looks gorgeous. Can't wait to give these a try!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Cookies from cake mix is one of my fav ways to make a quick cookie. So easy and so delish!
Brenda @ SweetSimpleStuff
How could I possibly miss National Cookie Day? Your cookies are the best choice for this celebration!!!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Brenda!
Raquel
Andes peppermint is the best! It has been so busy that I totally missed National Cookie day. I need to celebrate - these look yummy! 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
You don't need a cookie holiday to celebrate...today works too 🙂
Stephanie @ PlainChicken
These cookies look amazing! I love chocolate & peppermint. I am dying over the Oreo chunks! Must try ASAP!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Do it ASAP! I promise you won't regret it!
Zainab @ Blahnik Baker
Your love for peppermint makes me so happy and #loveyoumore!! These are so good looking and I am sure will go fast around here too. Happy cookie day 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
Peppermint = love for sure! They will disappear in a heartbeat girl!
Beth @ bethcakes
These cookies look like the perfect thickness and density! And there are Oreos in them! I also really love the color the peppermint pieces add. I really wish I had some of these. 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
Believe me, I wish I had more too! Seriously my new favorite cookie!
Aimee @ ShugarySweets
They look so thick and soft!! YUM!!
Jocelyn Brubaker
They WERE so thick and soft...I think I need more for sure!
Nancy P.@thebittersideofsweet
I will take a dozen or two or three of these! I am the type when I get obsessed with an ingredient I want to use it in everything!! Btw hope the mission trip goes well!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Two or three dozen sounds like a great thing this morning! Thanks for remembering about the missions trip...they are having a great time!
KendraT
Can you use candy canes instead of the Andes?
Jocelyn
Candy canes tend to melt down when they are baked. The andes chips are more of a white chocolate with peppermint bits in them. I have had trouble finding them this year too. I did see the Andes peppermint mints at Target. You could chop those up and use them. Or Hershey's & Ghirardelli have peppermint bark and bells that you could chop up instead. I hope that helps and you enjoy the cookies. We just made a batch of these last night 🙂
KendraT
Ok. Thank you!
Cindy
I used Ghirardelli peppermint chips and they worked fine. Great peppermint flavor - loved these.
Brianna
I actually used candy canes because I had no idea what the Andes stuff was, and it worked great! These cookies are amazing
Jocelyn
Yay! I am so glad to hear the candy canes worked out great for you!!!!
Brandi
I wish bakers would say 1. How many regular Oreos 1 cup is? Or double stuff?
2. Should the Oreos be frozen so they break easily?
3. Should the morsels be mini or regular?
4. The butter. Should it be unsalted should it be salted sweet butter, what?
Jocelyn
I usually do write a recipe to reflect what I use and special tips that help when making them. 1. It takes 8-10 Oreos to make 1 cup chopped, but since you have to buy a whole package of Oreos anyway, I just don't specify that. 2. I use a knife to chop the cookies, so no cookies do not need to be frozen. 3. The recipe says chocolate chips, so that would indicate regular. Whenever I use minis I write that out. 4. Butter can be whichever you prefer to be honest. I do usually use unsalted butter, so in my newer recipes I have started to add that little fact. This is an older recipe that just hasn't been fixed yet. Hopefully, that helps and you enjoy making the cookies!
Lisa Welch
OMG! Fantastic recipe!! They have become the new family staple at the holidays. My sister in law even requests them from time to time throughout the the year. A little time consuming but TOTALLY worth it!!
Be warned sometimes it is difficult to find the Andes Peppermint pieces so if you find them, just buy a bunch of bags; they freeze well.
Jocelyn
Yay! I am so glad your family loves these cookies. They are a favorite in our house too. This year I have been having trouble finding the peppermint chips too, but I just found a store that actually had them on the shelf so I bought 4 bags. Your comment has me wanting to go back and buy every bag on the shelf now. LOL!
Ginger
I'm afraid Andes isn't making these peppermint chips anymore! I can't find them and they are $10+ a bag on Amazon! Ay suggestions on a substitute? I love these cookies, I probably made 8-10 batches last year! ?
Jocelyn
I am having a hard time finding them in my area too. Last year every store had them, and this year I have only found them at one local grocery store. LOL I bought about 8 bags. I also saw Andes peppermint crunch thins at Target. You could chop those up to look like the baking bits. Hershey's has peppermint bark bells and Ghirardelli has a peppermint baking bar that I have seen at Target. Both of those would taste good chopped up in these cookies. They will have a slightly different taste because those are more white chocolate, chocolate, and peppermint, but at least it would help. I hope you are able to find the Andes thins, as those would be the closest option!
Pam bercik
Target sells them usually after thanksgiving! Buy extra for the next year!
Linda
Target had them in my area.
Morgan
Can I freeze the dough? Or bake them and freeze them?
Jocelyn
I would freeze the cookies, since there is cream cheese in the cookie dough. I hope that helps.