Description
Chewy chocolate mint cookies are a delightful treat that combines rich chocolate with refreshing mint, perfect for any occasion. These cookies are easy to make and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup mint chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently.
- Stir in the mint chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Let cool on wire racks before enjoying.
Notes
- For a different twist, substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark chocolate or add crushed peppermint candies for extra crunch.
- Chill your dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to enhance texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg