Best Chewy Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Best Chewy Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie, offering a refreshing burst of mint flavor combined with rich, gooey chocolate. If you love mint chocolate chip ice cream, you will love these cookies!
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 ¾ cups all purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup mint chocolate pieces (or chopped Andes chocolate)
- 1 cup miniature chocolate chips, divided
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare cookie sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats. Whisk dry ingredients (flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, salt) in a medium bowl. Set aside.
- Cream softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar into a stand mixer bowl or large bowl. Mix on medium-high speed for about 3-4 minutes, until light and fluffy. Scrape down the sides, as needed.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing for 1 more minute.
- Mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients, until no dry flour is seen. Do not overmix.
- Fold in ½ cup mini chocolate chips and ½ cup mint chocolate pieces.
- Scoop into tablespoon sized cookie balls and place about 2 inches apart on cookie sheet. Place the extra mini chocolate chips and mint chocolate pieces on top before or after baking.
- Bake in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until golden brown on the edges. Cool for 3-4 minutes, then place on cooling racks. Enjoy!
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