Chocolate Mint Thumbprint Cookies: The Best Indulgent Treats
These Chocolate Mint Thumbprint Cookies are the perfect blend of rich chocolate and refreshing mint.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract, mixing well.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and cocoa powder, then gradually add to the wet ingredients.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Make an indentation in each ball using your thumb.
- Fill the indents with chocolate chips.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until set.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For a stronger mint flavor, add more peppermint extract.
- These cookies can be decorated with additional chocolate drizzle if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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