Homemade Thick Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the perfect combination of mint and chocolate with these thick, chewy cookies. Packed with chocolate chips and infused with a hint of mint flavor, these cookies are a delicious treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 tsp peppermint extract

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until well combined.
6. Fold in the chocolate chips and peppermint extract.
7. Using a cookie scoop, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet and flatten slightly with your fingers.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Enjoy these thick mint chocolate chip cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of hot cocoa!

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