Description
These Mint Chocolate Cookies are soft, chewy chocolate cookies infused with peppermint and dipped in a rich chocolate coating. They’re perfect for Christmas cookie trays, holiday parties or anytime you crave the classic chocolate-mint combination.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 large egg
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 tsp pure peppermint extract
For the Chocolate Coating:
8 oz baking chocolate
1/4 tsp vegetable oil
1/4 tsp pure peppermint extract
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cream together the butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg and peppermint extract until fully combined.
4. Mix in the flour, baking powder, salt and cocoa powder until a soft dough forms.
5. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake for about 8 minutes, then allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
7. Melt the baking chocolate with the vegetable oil and peppermint extract until smooth.
8. Dip each cooled cookie into the chocolate coating and place on parchment paper.
9. Refrigerate until the chocolate coating is fully set before serving.
Notes
Do not overbake the cookies to keep them soft and chewy.
Allow the cookies to cool completely before dipping.
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months.
Decorate with crushed peppermint candies or festive sprinkles before the chocolate sets if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 8 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American