Hiding candy inside cookies is always a good idea. These Red Velvet Peppermint Pattie Cookies are easy to make, taste delicious, and are the perfect Valentine’s Day treat.
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Things look completely different when my husband and I pack for vacation.
He has all his shorts and shirts picked out in record time, while I’m still standing there trying to even decide on the first day’s outfit. And he doesn’t even try his outfits on. He says the shorts and the shirts fit, so why do I need to try them on?
Then there is me. Sure my shorts and shirts may fit, but who knows if I’m going to actually like them together. So I have to try them on. I have to be sure that I like it together because I won’t have my closet as a back up when we are away. And then there is the dilemma of which necklace to wear with each outfit. Yes, I know. #firstworldproblems
Let’s forget about my packing issues. Well, unless you want to see what I packed inside these yummy cookies.
I know, I know. You are probably thinking I’m a little bit crazy for cake mix cookies. It’s ok. I am well aware of my infatuation with these easy cookies.
My newest craze is to hide some sort of candy inside them. Ever since I made these Cinnamon Caramel Cookies with Milky Ways hiding in them, I have been plotting another fun candy cookie.
Have you seen these bags of mini Peppermint Patties? The minis are the perfect size to hide inside a cookie.
These bags of candy also make eating an entire bag of candy way too easy. No wonder I have to try all my outfits on…too much candy means things fit funny. I’m thinking it was because I bought 2 bags. What? I consider the first bag research 😉
Fun sprinkles just make a cookie that much more fun. Of course don’t ask the boys in my house. They literally brush and pick every sprinkle off every time I put them on anything.
It hasn’t affected my sprinkle loving fad. In fact this time, I ramped up the sprinkle loving and combined two different kinds…hearts and jimmies. If your chocolate sets up before you can get the sprinkles added, just take a look at this picture. Yup, that’s how I roll in my kitchen!
Let’s talk about these candy packed cookies for a second.
1. Make sure you don’t forget the cream cheese. It adds that little something, something to the cookie. It makes them bake puffy and stay super soft for days.
2. You have to refrigerate the dough. Yes, I know. That means the cookie prep takes even longer. But if you don’t let the dough firm up, you won’t be able to roll them in balls. And then you won’t be able to hide the candy in them. So, sorry, but you have to refrigerate it. #notsorry
3. Do not over bake the cookies! I realize that when you pull them out, you are going to question my sanity. I know that you are going to think they should bake 5 more minutes…DON’T DO IT!!!! The cookies will continue to cook on the hot pan for a few minutes, then they set up as they cool on your counter. If you decide you know better, do not email me with complaints on why your cookies were not soft. I warned you!
4. The chocolate and sprinkles are optional…but really? Why would anyone opt for plain cookies when you can have sprinkles? Only aliens and zombies like boring plain cookies.
Have I completely convinced you that you need these Red Velvet Peppermint Pattie Cookies in you life like today? Good! I knew you wouldn’t be able to resist these 🙂
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Red Velvet Peppermint Pattie Cookies
These Red Velvet cookies have a hidden Peppermint Pattie surprise inside. Adding a chocolate drizzle and fun sprinkles makes them even more fun to share.
Ingredients
- 1 red velvet cake mix
- 8 Tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 24 mini Peppermint Patties
- 2 Tablespoons chocolate melts
- sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Combine the cake mix, butter, and egg and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Add the cream cheese and beat again. Refrigerate dough for 30-60 minutes.
- Roll the dough into 24 even dough balls. Flatten each ball slightly and form around a mini Peppermint Pattie.
- Bake for 10 minutes. Do not over bake! They may look underdone, but they will set up. Cool on the pan for 2 minutes, then remove to parchment paper to cool completely.
- Melt the chocolate melts, according to package directions. Drizzle over each cookie and top with sprinkles. Let set. Store in a sealed container.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
24Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 127Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 27mgSodium: 66mgCarbohydrates: 14gFiber: 0gSugar: 11gProtein: 1g
Peppermint Pattie recipes from Friends:
Dark Chocolate Peppermint Pattie Fudge from Beyond Frosting
Peppermint Patty Stuffed Ritz Crackers from The Gunny Sack
York Peppermint Patty Fudge Cookies from Sally’s Baking Addiction
*I was sent product from Challenge Butter to create recipes. No other compensation was given for this post.
Erin @ Miss Scrambled Egg says
My boyfriend laughs at me when I pack for vacation. I like to be super-overprepared. We went to Buffalo, NY in December and I brought a cooler, a suitcase, and an extra cloth bag with my blowdryer, straightener, and curling iron. I can be a little indecisive.
I love the idea of red velvet and peppermint patties especially as a surprise in the middle of a cookie. Jocelyn, you are wonder woman!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Yes!!! I am so indecisive, and I don’t like having options. So I overpack every single time 🙂
Marti @ SewliciousHomeDecor says
What a great combination!! 🙂
Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says
You sound exactly like me when packing! Then I usually end up packing ALL the necklace because what if I change my MIND?!
The one thing I know that will never change is my love for peppermint patties! And with red velvet, in a COOKIE?!
I am gonna marry them. Pinned!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Hahahahaha! I was seriously cracking up…I pack so many necklaces when I go on vacation too 🙂 And yes, red velvet and peppermint is worthy of a cookie marriage!
Jen @ Baked by an Introvert says
You are the master of cute treats, Jocelyn! These cookies are adorable. I love the hidden gem inside!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Awe thank you so much!
Aimee @ ShugarySweets says
These are perfect. I love those mini Yorks. So easy to down a whole bag in one sitting….not that I’ve ever done that or anything 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker says
No, I never have done that before either 😉
Julianne @ Beyond Frosting says
Oh gosh, these cookies look sinful! I looooove peppermint patties! Also, I am totally an outfit tryer-oner
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Peppermint patties are one of the best!!! Glad I’m not the only one trying on vacation clothes!
Jenny Flake says
What a fun idea!! Now that’s a cookie 😀
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
These cookies are stunning, Jocelyn! I absolutely adore your pictures. And I love the combination of red velvet and peppermint! Pinned!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Thank you so much!!!!
[email protected] says
I love peppermint patties and of course I love red velvet anything. These are the perfect cookie!!
Mir says
Your whole obsession with cake mix cookies is pretty much shared over in my quarter, so I’m super happy every time you post one!
Ooh, vacation, sounds nice. Packing is SO much less hard for the men. My husband stuffs random items into a duffel bag at the last minute and is totally fine. I don’t get it…
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Woo hoo! I am so glad my cake mix cookie love is spilling out on you too 🙂 Why can men pack in like 5 minutes flat and be fine? It takes me hours!!!
Sarah @ The Gold Lining Girl says
I’ve been LOVING the bags of super mini candy bars! I picked up 4 or 5 the other day and have been debating what to do with them! This is a perfect idea for the York patties. In red velvet? That sounds soooo delish!
I’m with you, girl. I HATE packing… I never know what to take and get separation anxiety about what I’m not taking. Haha! I spend hours packing and my S.O. packs in 20 minutes flat. It’s ridiculous! 🙂
[email protected] in the Kitchen says
So where are you going on vacation?? Sounds like fun!! I also love the ease of cake mix cookies. Especially when they look so pretty and festive for Valentine’s Day!! 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Cake mix cookies are definitely one of my favorites because they are so easy and turn out every single time. We took our kids on a cruise last week…it was so fun!!!
Shannon @ Bake.Frost.Repeat. says
I love love love these!! And I definitely need to get my hands on the mini peppermint patties.
Michelle @ My California Kitchen says
Ha! I try on all of my outfits while packing, too 🙂 Also, omg they make mini peppermint patties?? So excited. These cookies look so good!!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Yes, get your self a bag of the minis…ok, maybe get 2 🙂
Chels+R. says
Sooo, where are you going that you need to pack??? Seriously though, these cookies look fantastic! Mmm!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
We took the kids on a 7 day cruise! It was so nice to relax in the sun…and then we came back to Alaska weather here in the midwest! Yikes…I need that sun and warmth back!
Doug says
Peppermint patties are one of my favorites, and I love the idea of putting them inside a cookie – so creative.