Mint Chocolate Rolled Cookies
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
These mint chocolate rolled cookies are my absolute favorite treat to make when I want something impressive but don't have hours to spend in the kitchen. With just 20 minutes of prep and 25 minutes baking, you'll have a batch of beautiful spiral cookies that taste like fancy confections. The dark chocolate provides antioxidants while the peppermint adds a refreshing brightness that cuts through the richness perfectly. Best of all, you likely have most of these ingredients on hand already, making this an economical choice for satisfying that sweet craving without breaking the bank.
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Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 150 ggranulated sugar
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 120 gdark chocolate chips
- 5 mLpeppermint extract
- 20 mLmilk
- 2eggs
- 5 gsalt
- 25 gunsweetened cocoa powder
- 50 gcrushed peppermint candies
- 20 gconfectioners' sugar
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Tip: Optional: Use a silicone mat for easy cleanup.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt.
Tip: Mix well to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- 3
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and dark chocolate chips until well combined.
Tip: Make sure the chocolate is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- 4
Add the peppermint extract and milk to the chocolate mixture and mix until well combined.
Tip: Be cautious not to add too much milk, as it can make the dough too thin.
- 5
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the flour mixture.
Tip: Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- 6
Gradually mix in the crushed peppermint candies and confectioners' sugar.
Tip: These will add flavor and texture to the cookies.
- 7
Scoop the dough into balls, about 20g each, and place on the prepared baking sheet.
Tip: Leave about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- 8
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly soft.
Tip: Avoid overbaking, as the cookies can become too firm.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
Tip: Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 10
Once cooled, roll the cookies in confectioners' sugar to coat.
Tip: Optional: Roll in crushed peppermint candies for an extra festive touch.
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