Description
Deliciously minty chocolate cookies, reminiscent of the classic Thin Mints, made easily at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 10 ounces dark or semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil or melted coconut oil
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract for coating
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheets: Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- Mix Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and creamy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add Egg Yolk and Extracts: Add the egg yolk, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Beat until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and fine sea salt until no lumps remain.
- Form the Dough: Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in two portions. Mix on low speed until a soft dough forms.
- Shape the Dough: Turn the dough onto parchment paper. Shape it into a log about 1 1/2 inches in diameter and wrap tightly.
- Chill the Dough: Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or in the freezer for 20–30 minutes until firm.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice the Dough: Slice the chilled dough into 1/4-inch rounds and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the tops look dry and edges are set. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the Cookies: Move the cookies to a wire rack and let cool completely before coating.
- Melt the Chocolate: For coating, melt the chocolate with oil until smooth using a double boiler or microwave.
- Add Mint Flavor: Stir in peppermint extract for the coating, adjusting to taste.
- Dip the Cookies: Dip each cooled cookie into the melted chocolate using a fork, tap off excess, and place back on parchment to set.
- Let the Chocolate Firm Up: Allow cookies at room temperature until the chocolate is firm or refrigerate for 15–20 minutes.
- Store the Cookies: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer until ready to serve.
Notes
Ensure to chill the dough adequately to prevent spreading during baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg