Description
Indulge in the rich and chewy delight of Chocolate Mint Cookies, a perfect combination of decadent chocolate and refreshing mint. These cookies feature a soft cookie base topped with creamy mint frosting, drizzled with luscious chocolate ganache for an irresistible treat. Ideal for any occasion, from festive gatherings to cozy nights at home, these cookies are sure to impress everyone. With easy-to-follow instructions and customizable options, you can adjust the mint flavor or add colorful sprinkles to make these cookies uniquely yours. Enjoy this delightful dessert that is as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the palate!
Ingredients
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- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (200 grams)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1¼ cups flour (163 grams), fluffed and leveled
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (30 grams)
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1½ cups powdered icing sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon milk
- ½–1 teaspoon mint extract (depending on your tastes)
- green food coloring (optional)
- ¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (130 grams)
- 1 tablespoon oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together room temperature butter and sugar until fluffy. Mix in vanilla and egg until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt; gradually combine with wet mixture.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes or until edges are set.
- While cooling, prepare the mint frosting by mixing powdered sugar, butter, milk, and mint extract until smooth.
- Frost cooled cookies with mint frosting and drizzle with melted chocolate ganache.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 92mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg