fudgy Grasshopper Cookies
Delight in these fudgy Grasshopper Cookies, combining rich chocolate with a refreshing mint flavor for a perfect dessert treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped Andes mints or mint chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in peppermint extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and chopped Andes mints if using.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are set but centers are still soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
For extra minty flavor, add a few drops of green food coloring to the dough or sprinkle extra chopped Andes mints on top before baking.
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