Chocolate Mint Cookies
Indulge in the irresistible combination of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint with these decadent Chocolate Mint Cookies. Perfectly soft and chewy, these cookies are infused with pure peppermint extract and a hint of vanilla, creating a delightful balance of flavors. The addition of semi-sweet chocolate chips adds bursts of melty goodness in every bite, while optional green food coloring gives them a festive touch—ideal for holiday gatherings or anytime you crave a minty treat. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, these easy-to-make cookies are a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Serve them fresh from the oven or store them for a delightful snack throughout the week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 5 drops green food coloring (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed.
Add the eggs, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and green food coloring (if using) to the butter mixture. Beat until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon.
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft.
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5217 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 201.4 g | 258% | |
| Saturated Fat | 116.4 g | 582% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 620 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 2658 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 907.1 g | 330% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 89.4 g | 319% | |
| Total Sugars | 535.1 g | ||
| Protein | 97.3 g | 195% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 502 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 51.8 mg | 288% | |
| Potassium | 3473 mg | 74% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
