Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt until well combined.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter and 2/3 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
Form Dough Balls: Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set. Remove from the oven and immediately press a chocolate peppermint candy into the center of each cookie.
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