Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of rich dark chocolate and refreshing mint with these Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies. Each soft-baked treat offers a fudgy texture that melts in your mouth, making them perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or treating yourself to something sweet, these cookies are a crowd-pleaser. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a batch that yields 24 cookies—ideal for sharing. Plus, they can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences. Let’s dive into this easy recipe that promises to satisfy your cravings while impressing family and friends alike.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened dark cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2½ cups mint and chocolate baking chips
Instructions
- Cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in 2 cups of mint chocolate chips.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll dough into balls and place on prepared sheets.
- Bake for about 10–11 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Chilling the dough helps maintain cookie shape during baking, resulting in thicker cookies. Customize by adding nuts or adjusting the amount of mint chips based on your preference.