Description
Experience the irresistible delight of chewy chocolate mint cookies, fresh from your oven. With their soft, gooey centers and a refreshing hint of mint, these cookies are perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or simply treating yourself, this easy-to-follow recipe will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped mints (e.g., Andes Candies)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in chocolate chips and chopped mints gently.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers look slightly underbaked.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg