Description
These Chocolate Andes Mint Cookies combine rich cocoa and semisweet chocolate chips with bursts of refreshing mint from chopped Andes mints, delivering a delightful balance of sweet and minty flavors. Perfectly soft with slightly crisp edges, these cookies are an irresistible treat ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup Andes mints, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure the cookies do not stick while baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and cocoa.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes, which helps incorporate air for a tender cookie texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition to fully incorporate. Stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough, which can make cookies tough.
- Fold in Chocolate and Mints: Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips and chopped Andes mints evenly throughout the dough to ensure pockets of chocolate and refreshing mint in every bite.
- Portion Dough: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading while baking.
- Bake Cookies: Bake for 9-11 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft, achieving the perfect balance of chewy and crisp.
- Cool Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter for easier creaming with sugars.
- Don’t overmix the dough once the dry ingredients are added to keep cookies tender.
- Adjust baking time slightly if using a different size scoop to prevent over- or under-baking.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days.
- For a stronger mint flavor, add extra chopped Andes mints or a drop of peppermint extract.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
