Get ready to transform your holiday baking game with these irresistible Mint Chocolate Christmas Cookies that are about to become the star of every festive gathering! Imagine biting into a rich, chocolatey cookie studded with cool mint chocolate chips that melt in your mouth, creating a perfect harmony of flavors that screams holiday indulgence. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a kitchen novice, these cookies are so easy to make that you'll look like a professional pastry chef in no time!
Prep Time: 25 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mint chocolate chips
Instructions
- Remove butter from refrigerator and allow to soften at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Ensure butter is soft but not melted.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer. Beat until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Incorporate vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually add dry ingredient mixture to wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in mint chocolate chips using a spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until edges are set and centers appear slightly soft.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire cooling racks.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before storing in an airtight container. Cookies will keep fresh for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted. Room temperature butter creates the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't Overmix: Mix your dough just until ingredients are combined to keep cookies tender and soft.
- Uniform Sizing: Use a cookie scoop for consistent cookie sizes, which ensures even baking.
- Cooling is Crucial: Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to prevent breaking.
- Storage Tip: Store in an airtight container with a piece of bread to keep cookies soft for up to 5 days.
- Flavor Enhancement: For an extra festive touch, consider drizzling melted white chocolate or sprinkling crushed candy canes on top after cooling.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 30mg
