Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies
Mint chocolate chip cookies are a delightful treat that combines the refreshing flavor of mint with rich, semi-sweet chocolate chips. Perfectly soft and visually appealing, these cookies evoke memories of summer days and family gatherings. Whether you’re baking for a festive occasion or simply indulging at home, this easy recipe will satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (dark)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure mint extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
- Green food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the mint extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda; gradually add this to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips (and food coloring if desired) until evenly distributed.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto lined baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Cool on wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg