Description
Delightful cookies that beautifully combine rich chocolate with refreshing mint, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup finely chopped mint chocolate or chocolate mint frosting (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla and peppermint extracts, mixing until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place each ball onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, then press into the center of each cookie to create an indentation.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and immediately fill the center with chocolate chips or chopped mint chocolate.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or freeze for up to three months. Experiment with different fillings for unique flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg