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Easy Homemade Thin Mint Cookies for a Flavor-Packed Treat

Indulge in a classic dessert that brings the flavors of mint and chocolate together in perfect harmony with these easy homemade thin mint cookies.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time27 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cookies, Easy
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 150kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Electric Mixer
  • Spatula

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups All-purpose flour Provides structure to the cookies.
  • 0.5 cups Cocoa powder Infuses a rich chocolate flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda Helps cookies rise slightly.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor.

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Provides sweetness.
  • 0.5 cup Brown sugar Adds moisture and caramel flavor.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted butter Softened for mixing.
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon Peppermint extract Provides minty flavor.

Coating

  • 1 cup Semisweet chocolate chips For coating the cookies.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil Used to thin the melted chocolate.

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the egg and peppermint extract to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula.
  • Drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are firm but centers are still soft.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Prepare the chocolate coating by melting the chocolate chips and vegetable oil in the microwave.
  • Dip each cooled cookie into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off.
  • Refrigerate the cookies for about 30 minutes to set the chocolate.
  • Your cookies are ready to enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container.

Notes

Consider variations like adding nuts or using dark chocolate for the coating.