Andes Mint Chocolate Cookies
Andes Mint Chocolate Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the rich, velvety taste of chocolate with the refreshing zing of mint. Soft and chewy, these cookies are reminiscent of your favorite after-dinner mints, making them perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings. With vibrant green bits of Andes mints throughout, they not only taste irresistible but also look stunning on any dessert table. Enjoy warm from the oven or save some for later—if they last that long!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup chopped Andes mints
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture while mixing on low speed.
- Gently fold in the chopped Andes mints until evenly distributed.
- Drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Cool slightly on wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg