Description
Indulge in the decadent delight of Double Chocolate Mint Cookies. These rich and chewy treats are a perfect blend of chocolate and mint flavors, sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
Mix-Ins:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped Andes mint candies or mint chocolate chunks
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and creamy. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract, mixing until combined.
- Combine and Bake: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped mint candies. Drop rounded dough balls onto baking sheets and bake for 9 to 11 minutes. Let cool before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week.
- For extra minty flavor, drizzle with melted mint chocolate or top with additional chopped mints while warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
