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The best mint chocolate cookie ingredients create a rich, tasty treat. To start, you need all-purpose flour. This flour gives the cookies their structure. Use baking soda to help them rise and stay soft. A pinch of salt balances the sweetness.

Mint Chocolate Cookies

Indulge in the deliciousness of Mint Chocolate Cookies with this easy recipe! Perfect for any occasion, these treats blend rich chocolate and refreshing mint in every bite. Whether you're a baking newbie or a kitchen whiz, you'll find simple steps to guide you through. Discover tips, variations, and presentation ideas that will impress your guests. Ready to bake? Click through to explore the full Mint Chocolate Cookies recipe and elevate your dessert game!
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Ingredients
  

1 cup all-purpose flour

½ teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon salt

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup brown sugar, packed

¼ cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

½ teaspoon peppermint extract

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

½ cup crushed mint candies (such as Andes mints or peppermint candies)

Optional: Extra mint candies for decoration

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

      Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).

        Add Egg and Extracts: Beat in the egg until fully incorporated, then mix in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract until smooth.

          Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.

            Fold in Chocolate and Mint: Gently fold in the chocolate chips and crushed mint candies until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

              Scoop the Cookies: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.

                Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden, and the centers are set but still soft.

                  Cool Down: Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

                    Decorate (Optional): If desired, melt some extra mint candies for decoration and drizzle over the cooled cookies.

                      Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 24 cookies

                        - Presentation Tips: Arrange the cookies on a festive plate and sprinkle with additional crushed mint candies for a pop of color. Serve with a tall glass of cold milk for a delicious pairing!