Chocolate Mint Cookies
Indulge in soft and chewy Chocolate Mint Cookies, perfectly infused with a refreshing mint flavor. These delightful cookies are topped with melted mint chocolate chips and optional crushed candy canes, making them a festive treat for any occasion. Ideal for holiday gatherings or a sweet everyday snack, these cookies are sure to impress with their rich chocolatey goodness and minty twist.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup mint chocolate chips
For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup mint chocolate chips melted
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips and mint chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still soft. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Drizzle the melted mint chocolate chips over the cooled cookies and sprinkle with crushed candy canes, if using. Allow the topping to set before serving.
Notes
- For a more intense mint flavor, increase the amount of peppermint extract slightly.
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for the best creaming results.
- Chill the dough if it’s too soft to handle or if the cookies spread too much during baking.