Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of rich chocolate and refreshing mint with our Chocolate Mint Cookies. Each soft, chewy bite brings warmth and nostalgia, making these cookies ideal for any occasion—from cozy winter evenings to festive gatherings. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you’ll create a batch that’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream butter with granulated and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla and peppermint extracts.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are firm but centers remain soft.
- Cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg