Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies
Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and refreshing mint, perfect for any occasion. Soft and chewy, these cookies evoke nostalgia while offering a burst of flavor in every bite. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or treating yourself, these cookies will have everyone coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup mint chocolate chips
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined, then fold in the mint chocolate chips.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dollops of dough onto lined baking sheets with space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden while centers remain slightly underbaked. Let cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg