Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies: The Best Indulgent Treat You’ll Love
These mint chocolate chip cookies are a delightful combination of fresh mint and rich chocolate, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed mint candies
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and peppermint extracts.
- Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl; gradually blend into the creamed mixture.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and crushed mint candies.
- Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- Let cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a more intense mint flavor, add more peppermint extract.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies