Description
Chewy chocolate mint cookies are a delightful treat that combines rich chocolate flavor with a refreshing hint of mint. These cookies offer a perfect balance of textures, featuring a soft center and crispy edges. Ideal for any occasion—whether as an afternoon snack or a holiday dessert—these easy-to-make cookies will quickly become a favorite among friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp pure mint extract
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint crunch candies (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until creamy. Add the egg and mint extract; mix until combined.
- Gradually fold in dry ingredients until just combined. Stir in chocolate chips (and peppermint candies if using).
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers are still soft. Let cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg