Recipe courtesy of Culinary.net
Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies
These vibrant Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies, reminiscent of four-leaf clovers, are packed with delightful chocolate chips for an extra sweet taste. Perfect when paired with a tall glass of milk, they make excellent treats for any St. Patrick’s Day gathering or virtual celebration.
To begin, combine flour, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl. In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar, then incorporate eggs, green food coloring, and peppermint extract for that refreshing mint flavor. Use a hand mixer to blend the ingredients thoroughly, and then combine both mixtures.
Next, fold chocolate chips into the cookie batter. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 11-14 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned. Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack before enjoying.
This recipe involves plenty of mixing and scooping, making it a great project for kids to join in the kitchen. One of the best parts is the bright green color that develops; watching the batter change from a light brown to a rich green will surely bring smiles.
Once baked to perfection, these cookies are colorful, fun, and sure to be a highlight of any celebration. They feature a soft center and slightly crisp edges, embodying the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day.
Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cups sugar
- 2 eggs
- 30 drops green food coloring
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 package (12 ounces) chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, beat together butter and sugar until incorporated. Add eggs, food coloring, and peppermint extract; beat until fully mixed.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing until smooth. Stir in chocolate chips.
- Spoon dollops of cookie dough onto a baking sheet.
- Bake for 11-14 minutes, or until the edges are light brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on wire racks.
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