Description
Delight in these rich and decadent Chocolate Mint Chip Cookies, featuring a perfect blend of high-quality cocoa, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and refreshing mint-flavored chips. With a soft and chewy texture enhanced by cold butter and a precise bake, these cookies are an irresistible treat for mint chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups Flour
- 1/2 cup High-quality Cocoa Powder (such as Callebaut or Trader Joe’s)
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup Butter, cold and cut into small cubes
- 1 3/4 cups Sugar
- 2 Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
Mix-ins
- 1 cup Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips
- 1 1/2 cups Guittard Mint Flavored Chips or Andes Mint Baking Chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 360 degrees Fahrenheit (182 degrees Celsius) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the cookies.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cold butter cubes and sugar together for at least 4 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy. Remember to scrape down the sides of the bowl halfway through mixing to ensure even consistency.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Pour in the vanilla extract and mix until just combined.
- Combine dry ingredients: Gradually stir in the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until fully integrated, creating a rich dough base.
- Fold in the chips: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and mint-flavored chips, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Portion the dough: Drop large spoonfuls of dough onto a cookie sheet lined with a Silpat mat or parchment paper, spacing them adequately to allow for spreading.
- Bake the cookies: Place the cookie sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 14 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
Notes
- Use high-quality cocoa powder like Callebaut for the best chocolate flavor; found affordable at Winco bulk bins or alternatives like Trader Joe’s cocoa powder.
- Ensure the butter is cold to achieve the right texture and prevent spreading during baking.
- Adjust bake time within 10-14 minutes depending on how soft or crisp you prefer your cookies.
- Silpat or parchment paper helps prevent sticking and promotes even baking.
- For a stronger mint flavor, choose Andes Mint Baking Chips or Guittard Mint Flavored Chips.
