Thin Mint Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease baking sheet.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, salt, and peppermint extract; gradually add to creamed mixture.
3. Stir in chocolate chips and walnuts. Drop dough by teaspoonfuls onto prepared baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Thin Mints are a popular Girl Scout cookie.
• Chocolate and mint is an iconic flavor combination.
• The thin nature of these cookies makes them a great accompaniment to coffee or tea.
• These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.