Emerald Isle Mint Chocolate Chip (Print)
Soft, chewy cookies with cool mint and rich chocolate chips, reminiscent of Ireland's lush green landscapes.
# What You Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
04 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
06 - 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 1/2 teaspoons pure mint extract
09 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
10 - 4-6 drops green food coloring (optional)
→ Add-Ins
11 - 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
12 - 1/2 cup chopped Andes mints or mint chocolate chunks (optional)
# How to Make:
01 - Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
02 - In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until thoroughly combined. Set this mixture aside.
03 - In a large bowl, using an electric mixer or stand mixer, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and packed light brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, typically taking about 2 to 3 minutes.
04 - Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Afterward, mix in the pure mint extract, pure vanilla extract, and green food coloring if you desire a vibrant green hue.
05 - Gradually add the reserved dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
06 - Gently fold in the semisweet chocolate chips and the optional chopped Andes mints or mint chocolate chunks until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
07 - Drop rounded tablespoons of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, ensuring to space them approximately 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
08 - Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges appear set and lightly golden, but the centers still look soft and slightly underdone.
09 - Allow the baked cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Then, carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They are incredibly soft and chewy, with that perfect melt-in-your-mouth texture everyone secretly craves.
- The burst of cool mint with rich chocolate chips is surprisingly addictive, making them a refreshing break from typical cookies.
02 -
- I learned early on that overmixing the dough after adding flour can lead to tough cookies, so always mix until *just* combined for that perfect tender texture.
- Discovering that a touch of brown sugar alongside granulated sugar gives these cookies their irresistible chewiness was a game-changer; it truly elevates the final result.
03 -
- For perfectly uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop; it ensures even baking and makes portioning a breeze.
- If your cookies are spreading too much, try chilling the dough for 15-30 minutes before baking, especially if your kitchen is warm.