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Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Mint chocolate chip cookies are a soft, chewy treat that blend cool peppermint flavor with melty chocolate chips. With a hint of green food coloring, they’re festive, fun, and perfect for holidays or a fresh twist on the classic cookie.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
  • 2–3 drops green food coloring (optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg, peppermint extract, and green food coloring (if using) until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips evenly.
  7. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set and centers still look soft.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on the sheet for 2–3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use Andes mint chips or chopped mint candies for a more intense mint flavor.
  • Chilling the dough for 30 minutes can help reduce spreading.
  • Green food coloring is optional and purely for a festive appearance.
  • Cookies stay soft and chewy stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Microwave baked cookies for 10 seconds to refresh their texture.

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