Mint Chocolate Langues de Chat
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
These crispy, elegant cookies are one of my favorite treats to whip up when I want something that feels fancy but doesn't demand hours in the kitchen. The combination of refreshing mint and rich dark chocolate is absolutely irresistible, and the best part is they come together in under an hour from start to finish. Dark chocolate isn't just delicious, it's packed with antioxidants that make indulging feel a little bit better. The whole process is surprisingly straightforward too, so even if you're not an experienced baker, you'll find these langues de chat totally manageable and impressive enough to serve at dinner parties.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 120 gbutter(softened)
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 400 gdark chocolate chips
- 80 gunsalted butter, softened
- 4egg yolks
- 2 mlmint extract
- 150 gall-purpose flour
- 6 gsalt
- 3 gbaking soda
- 1 mlvanilla extract
- 100 gconfectioners' sugar
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Tip: For even baking, make sure the parchment paper is pressed onto the baking sheet tightly.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking soda. Set aside.
Tip: This dry mixture will help the cookies retain their shape.
- 3
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use a speed of 6-8 for optimal results.
- 4
Add the egg yolks one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl when adding the eggs.
- 5
Add the mint extract, vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
Tip: Use a whisk or spatula for this step if you don't have a stand mixer.
- 6
Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Tip: A few lumps are okay, but avoid overmixing to preserve the cookies' texture.
- 7
Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval until smooth.
Tip: Make sure the chocolate is fully melted and smooth before proceeding.
- 8
Scoop the dough into balls, about 1 tablespoon each, and place on the prepared baking sheet.
Tip: Leave about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- 9
Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Tip: Keep an eye on the cookies during the last minute of baking to prevent overcooking.
- 10
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: This will help the cookies set and prevent breakage.
- 11
Once the cookies are cool, melt the confectioners' sugar in a double boiler or in the microwave in 10-second increments, stirring between each interval until smooth.
Tip: Use a spatula to smooth out any lumps.
- 12
Drizzle the melted confectioners' sugar over the cooled cookies and sprinkle with dark chocolate shavings.
Tip: Enjoy your delicious Mint Chocolate Langues de Chat!
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