Description
These cookies combine the classic chocolate chip with a minty freshness for a refreshing treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup mint chocolate chips (optional for extra mint flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well.
- Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and mint chocolate chips.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. For a stronger mint taste, increase peppermint extract to 1.5 teaspoons.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 2g