Description
These mint chocolate chip cookies combine refreshing peppermint with rich chocolate, creating a soft and slightly chewy cookie perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (150 g) packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 2 1/4 cups (280 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups mint-flavored chips or chopped mint chocolate
Instructions
- Cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract; mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients on low speed until just combined.
- Fold in the mint-flavored chips.
- Chill the dough for 30-60 minutes (or overnight).
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Portion out the dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets using a cookie scoop.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Notes
Chilling the dough overnight enhances the mint-chocolate flavor. Adjust baking time for desired cookie texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American