The holidays are a time for joy, warmth, and delicious treats that fill your home with delightful aromas. If you’re looking to add a healthy twist to your festive baking, you’re in for a treat! These four cookie recipes, each featuring the iconic peppermint kiss, are not only scrumptious but also packed with wholesome ingredients that will keep your spirits bright.
Chocolate Oatmeal Peppermint Kisses

Peppermint Chunk Brownie Oatmeal from A Taste of Madness
Rating: 5. Ingredients: Brown sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, rolled oats, peppermint extract Total Time: 10 min.

Chocolate Peppermint Kiss Cookies from Ovenspiration
Rating: 5. Ingredients: Box brownie mix, candy cane, cocoa powder, chocolate syrup, crushed peppermint candy Total Time: 35 min.

Chocolate Peppermint Kiss Cookies from Books n' Cooks
Ingredients: Hershey kisses, cocoa powder, egg, sea salt, all purpose flour Total Time: 25 min.
Imagine biting into a chewy oatmeal cookie, rich with deep chocolate flavor, and then discovering a creamy peppermint kiss melting into your mouth. This cookie combines rolled oats, cocoa powder, and a touch of honey for sweetness, making it a wholesome choice for any holiday gathering.
What sets this recipe apart is the use of dark chocolate and coconut oil, which gives the cookies a rich taste without all the guilt. Plus, the oats provide fiber and keep you feeling full longer. With each bite, you’ll enjoy the warm notes of chocolate mingling with the cool burst of peppermint—it’s a match made in cookie heaven!
Almond Flour Peppermint Kisses

Easy Peppermint Chocolate Almond Flour Cookies from Whole Food Bellies
Rating: 4.9. Ingredients: 19 min

Hershey’s Kiss Candy Cane Chocolate Cookies (Low Carb & Gluten Free) from Asian Cooking Mom
Ingredients: 30 min

Gluten-Free Chocolate Mint Cookies from Meaningful Eats
Rating: 5. Ingredients: 1 h 35 min Total Time: gluten-free chocolate mint cookies.
These delightful cookies are soft, chewy, and gluten-free, perfect for those looking to indulge without any of the gluten! Made with almond flour, they have a nutty flavor that pairs beautifully with the sweet peppermint kisses on top.
What makes these cookies special is their simplicity; they come together in just one bowl! The almond flour provides healthy fats and protein, making them a satisfying treat. Once baked, the peppermint kisses add a festive touch and a delightful surprise with each bite. They’re sure to be a hit at any holiday party!
Whole Wheat Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies

Whole Wheat Peppermint Mocha Cookies from Danilicious Dishes
Ingredients: 18 min Total Time: 18 min.

Whole Wheat Peppermint White Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe from Eating Richly
Ingredients: 30 min Total Time: 30 min.
These cookies are the perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and classic flavors, featuring whole wheat flour and dark chocolate chips that add a touch of richness. The peppermint kisses on top bring a refreshing twist to a beloved favorite, making them irresistible!
What makes this recipe so popular is the balance between health and indulgence. Whole wheat flour not only adds more nutrients but also gives the cookies a hearty texture. The combination of chocolate and peppermint is a classic holiday flavor, and each cookie is like a little taste of winter magic!
Peanut Butter Peppermint Kisses

Peanut Butter Blossoms w/ Peppermint Kisses from Catfish Out of Water
Ingredients: 50 min Total Time: 50 min.
For all the peanut butter lovers out there, this cookie is a must-try! With a rich peanut butter base and a melt-in-your-mouth peppermint kiss on top, these cookies are both satisfying and deliciously festive.
This recipe stands out because it uses natural peanut butter, which means no added sugar or oils—just pure, wholesome goodness. The creamy texture of peanut butter combined with the crunch of the cookie creates a delightful contrast. Plus, the peppermint kiss adds a burst of flavor that takes these cookies over the top. You’ll find it hard to stop at just one!