Mint Chocolate Cookies
Decadent mint chocolate cookies combine rich semi-sweet chocolate and refreshing mint flavor, perfect for chocolate lovers and holiday gatherings or anytime you crave a sweet treat.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Unwrap the Andes mints and set aside.
- In a saucepan, heat butter or margarine, brown sugar, and water.
- Add chocolate morsels and stir to partially melt.
- Remove from heat and continue to stir until melted.
- Pour into a bowl and let cool for 10 minutes.
- Beat in eggs at high speed.
- Add flour and baking soda, then blend well.
- Chill dough for 1 hour.
- Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Roll dough into small balls.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
- Remove from oven and place a mint on each cookie.
- Remove cookies to a cooling rack as the mint softens, then spread over the cookie to coat.
Tips & Substitutions
For best results, use room temperature butter or margarine to ensure a smooth mixture when melting with brown sugar. If you prefer a mintier flavor, consider adding a few drops of peppermint extract to the dough. You can substitute the Andes mints with other chocolate mints or even crushed peppermint candies for a different twist. Make sure to chill the dough well to achieve the perfect cookie texture.
Serving Suggestions
These Mint Chocolate Cookies are perfect for a holiday dessert table or as an after-school snack. They pair beautifully with a glass of cold milk or a warm cup of coffee. For an added treat, serve them alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream or with a slice of Amazing Apple Cake for a delightful dessert spread.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you want to keep them longer, freeze the cookies in a single layer on a baking sheet before transferring them to a freezer-safe bag. To reheat, simply place them in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 5 minutes until warmed through.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Mint Chocolate Cookies contains roughly 951 calories, with 8g protein, 223g carbohydrates, and 5g fat. It is an excellent source of iron (24% of the Daily Value), and a good source of calcium and protein. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 1402mg per serving (61% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use different types of chocolate for this recipe?
Absolutely! While semi-sweet chocolate morsels provide a rich flavor, you can experiment with milk chocolate or dark chocolate for a different taste. Just keep in mind that using a sweeter chocolate may alter the overall sweetness of the cookies.
How can I make these cookies less sweet?
To reduce the sweetness, consider cutting down the amount of brown sugar slightly. You could also use bittersweet chocolate morsels instead of semi-sweet and omit the Andes mints or replace them with a darker chocolate mint option for a more balanced flavor.
What should I do if my dough is too sticky?
If your cookie dough is too sticky to handle, you can refrigerate it for an additional 30 minutes to help firm it up. Alternatively, you can add a small amount of extra flour, a tablespoon at a time, until the dough reaches a manageable consistency.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).