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Take advantage of the mint chocolate chips sold during the holiday season and try this easy and delicious treat. The dough freezes well so you can make ahead and bake when it is time for a cookie exchange. Photo by Amy Robb. Makes 3 dozen Ingredients 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour 2/3 cup cocoa 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 3/4 cup granulated sugar 2/3 cup light brown sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 eggs 1 (12-ounce) package mint chocolate

Rich dark chocolate meets tart cherry in this luxurious hot chocolate that's perfect for cozy evenings. Photo by Amanda Rosenblatt. Serves 4 Ingredients For dark cherry syrup 1 cup dark cherries, (pitted, fresh or frozen) ½ cup turbinado sugar ½ cup water ½ teaspoon lemon juice 1 small piece cinnamon stick For hot chocolate 4 cups whole milk 1 cup heavy cream (optional) 1 cup dark chocolate (60-70%, chips or bar) 3 ounces dark cherry syrup 3-4 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powd

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