Green Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies (Printable Version)
Soft, chewy mint-infused cookies with chocolate chips and a fun green hue perfect for any occasion.
# What You'll 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 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 1/2 teaspoons pure mint extract
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
10 - Green gel food coloring, about 1/4 teaspoon
→ Add-ins
11 - 2 cups chocolate chips, semi-sweet or dark
12 - 1/2 cup chopped dark chocolate, optional
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
03 - Beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
04 - Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in mint extract, vanilla extract, and green food coloring until evenly combined.
05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing just until incorporated.
06 - Fold in chocolate chips and chopped dark chocolate if using.
07 - Drop dough onto prepared baking sheets using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are set and centers remain soft.
09 - Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack to cool completely.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- These cookies stay perfectly soft for days, unlike other recipes that harden up
- The fresh mint flavor makes them feel special without being overpowering
- That vibrant green color makes people smile before they even take a bite
02 -
- Overbaking is the enemy, pull them out when edges are barely set
- Gel food coloring works better than liquid, which can make dough too thin
- Room temperature ingredients prevent the dough from separating
03 -
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes if you want thicker, softer cookies
- Rotate your baking sheets halfway through for even browning