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Chocolate Mint Cookies Recipe

Chocolate Mint Cookies Recipe
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This Chocolate Mint Cookies Recipe delivers the perfect balance of rich, deep chocolate and refreshing mint flavor. Soft and chewy with slightly crisp edges, these easy-to-make cookies are perfect for holidays, parties, or a cozy treat any time. With simple ingredients and straightforward baking steps, they’re ideal for bakers of all levels and can be customized to suit various dietary needs.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version)
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened (or coconut oil for vegan version)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg (or flaxseed egg for vegan version: 1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 3 tbsp water)
  • 1 teaspoon mint extract

Add-ins

  • 1 cup chocolate chips or chunks (semi-sweet, dark, or milk chocolate)
  • Optional: ½ cup crushed peppermint candies for festive crunch

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather and measure all ingredients. Soften the butter to room temperature to ensure it creams smoothly with the sugars.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined for consistent flavor and texture.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a mixer, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and slightly pale in color.
  4. Add Egg and Mint Extract: Beat in the egg and mint extract until fully incorporated and smooth, infusing the dough with signature mint flavor.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients and blend gently. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
  6. Stir in Chocolate Chips: Fold in chocolate chips and crushed peppermint candies if using, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
  7. Chill the Dough: Cover the dough and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors and reduce spreading during baking.
  8. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
  9. Cool and Enjoy: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm or store for later.

Notes

  • Chilling the dough is essential to lock in flavors and prevent excessive spreading.
  • Do not overbake; cookies continue to cook on the hot baking sheet after removal.
  • Use high-quality cocoa powder for best chocolate flavor.
  • Adjust mint extract amount to taste, as it can quickly overpower the cookie.
  • Experiment with different types of chocolate chips for varied taste.

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