Mint Chocolate Snickerdoodles

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350ºfF). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add peppermint extract and mix well.

4. 4

   Gradually add flour mixture to wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms. Stir in confectioner's sugar.

5. 5

   Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

6. 6

   In a separate bowl, melt chocolate chips in the microwave or over a double boiler.

   Tip: Optional: Add a few drops of peppermint extract to the melted chocolate for extra flavor.

7. 7

   Roll dough into balls, about 2 cm in diameter. Roll each ball in melted chocolate to coat, then tap off excess chocolate.

8. 8

   Place balls onto prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 cm of space between each cookie.

9. 9

   Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are set and centers are slightly soft.

10. 10

    Remove from oven and let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.