Best 5 Green Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipes

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When it comes to delightful treats, green mint chocolate chip cookies stand out as a unique and delectable indulgence. These cookies offer an exquisite symphony of flavors, where the vibrant taste of mint harmonizes perfectly with the rich sweetness of chocolate chips, all nestled within a soft and chewy cookie. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, this article will guide you through the essential steps to create these delectable cookies, providing you with expert tips, ingredient insights, and a foolproof recipe that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

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CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES WITH PEPPERMINT EXTRACT



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Great cookies that look and taste great. Perfect for holidays such as Christmas or Saint Patrick's Day.

Provided by Paulie B.

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipes

Time 31m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
1 cup packed light brown sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons hot water
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cream of tartar
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
10 drops green food coloring, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine butter, white sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until creamy. Beat in eggs. Stir in vanilla extract and peppermint extract. Dissolve baking soda in hot water and mix into the batter.
  • Combine flour, salt, and cream of tartar in a separate bowl. Add to the batter gradually; mix well. Stir in chocolate chips.
  • Drop spoonfuls of batter onto ungreased baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are nicely browned, about 10 minutes. Cool on the baking sheets for 1 minute; transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.2 calories, Carbohydrate 19.1 g, Cholesterol 17.9 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 80.3 mg, Sugar 12.5 g

MINT CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES



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I am not the greatest mint lover but even I have to admit that the fusion of mint and chocolate will silence the toughest critic. This recipe from "Hershey's Kitchen" will satisfy the strongest chocolate craving while leaving a refreshing aftertaste. (This cookie can be made with any flavour chips and all by itself).

Provided by Sparkle 1874

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 18m

Yield 60 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 2/3 cups mint chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Heat over to 375 degrees F.
  • Beat butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla and salt in a large bowl until creamy.
  • Add eggs; beat well.
  • Stir together flour, cocoa and baking soda.
  • Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture beating until well blended.
  • Add chocolate chips to batter.
  • Drop by rounded teaspoons onto an ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until set. Cool slightly; remove from cookie sheet to wire rack.
  • Cool completely.

MINT CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES



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Calling all mint chocolate lovers! These amazing and easy mint chocolate chip cookies are a favorite for any time of the year, but because of their bright green color they are especially perfect to bake for Christmas, St. Patrick's day, or another green-themed event! Keep things simple by mixing up the cookie dough from a bag of classic Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix before adding in the chocolate and mint. Remember to pick up green food coloring along with your creme de menthe baking chips and mint extract to transform this classic sugar dough into delightfully festive and deliciously minty cookies. Keep this recipe on hand for the next time you are baking a treat to celebrate one of your favorite holidays or for those times when you are just in the mood for a deliciously decadent mint chocolate chip dessert.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon mint extract
6 to 8 drops green food color
1 egg
1 cup creme de menthe baking chips
1 cup semisweet chocolate chunks

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, stir cookie mix, butter, extract, food color and egg until soft dough forms. Stir in creme de menthe baking chips and chocolate chunks.
  • Using small cookie scoop or teaspoon, drop dough 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until set. Cool 3 minutes; remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Serve warm or cool completely. Store tightly covered at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 75 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 1/2 g

GREEN MINT CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES



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I got this recipe in my e-mail from a Betty Crocker mailing, and it was a 2010 prize-winning recipe. The cookie dough is tinted green, so they are great for St. Patrick's Day or a holiday tray.

Provided by Greeny4444

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 45m

Yield 36 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (17 1/2 ounce) sugar cookie mix (the 1 lb. 1.5 oz Betty crocker pouch)
1/2 cup butter, softened (1 stick)
1/4-1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract (NOT mint, mint is like a toothpaste smell or taste)
6 -8 drops green food coloring
1 egg
1 cup creme de menthe baking chips (such as Andes baking chips)
1 cup semisweet chocolate chunk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, stir cookie mix, butter, extract, food color and egg until soft dough forms.
  • Stir in creme de menthe baking chips and chocolate chunks.
  • Using a small cookie scoop or teaspoon, drop dough 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined cookie sheet.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until set.
  • Cool 3 minutes on the cookie sheet, then transfer to a wire rack.
  • Serve warm or cool completely. Store tightly covered at room temperature.

MINTY CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES



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These taste like a hybrid of a chocolate chip cookie and a Girl Scouts Thin Mint®. I like to make these the week leading up to Christmas as a change from traditional holiday cookies.

Provided by tehooper

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 35

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
¾ cup packed light brown sugar
1 tablespoon peppermint extract
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt
2 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 ⅔ cups mint chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Beat butter, white sugar, brown sugar, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and salt together in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Beat eggs into butter mixture until well incorporated.
  • Whisk flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda together in a bowl; gradually add to creamed butter mixture, beating until dough is well blended. Fold chocolate chips into dough. Drop dough by rounded teaspoons onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cookies are set in the middle, 8 to 10 minutes. Cool cookies on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Cholesterol 24.6 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 112.3 mg, Sugar 14.9 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate chips. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your cookies. Look for chips that are made with real chocolate and have a high cocoa content.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough. Mix the dough just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies keep their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies at a high temperature. This will help them get crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before serving. This will help them set and develop their full flavor.

Conclusion:

These green mint chocolate chip cookies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these cookies a try!

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