Description

Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Chocolate Mint Cookies, a perfect treat for any occasion. Each cookie features a chewy chocolate base layered with creamy mint frosting and finished with a rich chocolate ganache. These cookies are not only simple to make but also visually stunning, making them an impressive addition to holiday gatherings or casual snack times. Customize the mint flavor to your preference or add festive touches for seasonal celebrations. You’ll find that the combination of textures and flavors creates an unforgettable dessert experience that will leave everyone asking for more.

Ingredients

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½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg (room temperature)
1¼ cups all-purpose flour
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1½ cups powdered icing sugar
¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon vanilla
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon milk
½–1 teaspoon mint extract (depending on your tastes)
green food coloring (optional)
1 tablespoon oil

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cream together butter and sugar until fluffy; add egg and vanilla.
In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt; combine with wet ingredients.
Scoop tablespoon-sized dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
Bake for about 10 minutes; let cool on a rack.
Meanwhile, prepare mint frosting by beating together powdered sugar, butter, milk, mint extract, and food coloring until smooth.
Frost cooled cookies generously.
For ganache, melt chocolate chips with oil until smooth; drizzle over frosted cookies.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 15mg