Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Chewy Chocolate Mint Cookies! These soft, gooey treats combine rich chocolate with a refreshing mint flavor, making them a perfect dessert for any occasion. With an irresistible aroma that fills your kitchen and a texture that melts in your mouth, these cookies are sure to become a favorite among family and friends. Whip them up in just 30 minutes and enjoy warm from the oven or save some for later!
Ingredients
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- 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 (room temperature)
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
- Add the egg and peppermint extract; mix until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture; stir gently to avoid overmixing.
- Fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto lined baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For different flavors, substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark or white chocolate. Add chopped nuts or shredded coconut for extra texture. To enhance chewiness, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.