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Chewy Chocolate Mint Cookies

Sophia
Soft, fudgy cookies with a refreshing mint flavor and chocolate chips.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24
Calories 130 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies optional

For Garnish (Optional):

  • 2 tbsp crushed peppermint candies
  • 1/4 cup melted dark chocolate for drizzling
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F; line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease lightly.
  • Whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  • Beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl until fluffy. Add egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract; beat until combined.
  • Gradually add dry ingredients to wet; mix until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips and peppermint candies.
  • Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls; place 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set. Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes; transfer to a wire rack. Drizzle with melted chocolate, sprinkle with peppermint candies and sea salt. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Nutrition (per serving):
  • Calories: 130 kcal
  • Protein: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 17g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 11g
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g Source: USDA Food Database (2025). Values are approximate.