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    Double Chocolate Mint Cookies

    October 20, 2023 by Marley Braunlich 13 Comments

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    Jump to Recipe·5 from 7 reviews

    These mint double chocolate chip cookies are the perfect holiday cookie, especially if you enjoy mint chocolate as a flavor.

    These cookies are made with rich chocolate cookie dough that's dotted with chocolate chips and chopped Andes mints. A touch of peppermint extract is added to the dough to enhance the mint flavor.

    I find that most people either love or hate mint chocolate. I'm on team love!! From mint chocolate chip ice cream to after-dinner mints, I am a fan of all the peppermint cocoa desserts. If you're this far into the post, I'm guessing you also enjoy a minty, chocolaty treat. Yay!

    Make these during the winter, Christmas, or any time you're craving a decadent chocolate cookie. These chocolate chip mint cookies are at the top of my list when it comes to holiday baking. I don't think I can go a Christmas without them!

    This post will give you all the tips and tricks on how to make perfect mint chocolate chip cookies.

    Featured 5-star reviews:

    Want to know what other people thought of this recipe? Check out these 5-star reviews left by our readers:

    • "Delicious cookies. Brought them to share with my friends at a cookie exchange party. Ended up in the top 3 best cookies!!" - Kathy
    • "We really loved these cookies!!! They are dangerously GOOD and we cannot stop eating them." - Steph
    • "I made these for my sister-in-law who likes mint chocolate everything. She loved them and asked me for the recipe!" - Becca

    If this recipe has you in the mood to bake more Christmas cookies, might I suggest these M&M chocolate chip cookies or these salted caramel chocolate chip cookies?!

    For more chocolate-forward cookies, try these marshmallow chocolate cookies or these chewy double chocolate chip cookies. Use a high-quality natural cocoa powder to make your cookies super rich and flavorful.

    Okay, last suggestion... if you want to make a colorful cookie for the holidays, you have to make these matcha sugar cookies. They are naturally colored a vibrant green using matcha green tea powder.

    Jump to:
    • Why You'll Love This Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • Substitutions
    • Variations
    • How To Make Andes Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies
    • Expert Tips & Tricks
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Equipment
    • Storage
    • More Recipes You'll Love
    • Recipe

    Why You'll Love This Recipe

    • Refreshing mint flavor! This recipe calls for both peppermint extract and mint-flavored chocolate for a seriously flavorful cookie.
    • Rich chocolate cookie dough. If you choose chocolate ice cream and chocolate cake over vanilla, there's no doubt you'll want to eat this chocolate cookie dough by the spoonful. (Safety tip: heat treat your flour in the microwave first if you're tempted to eat raw dough.)
    • Perfect for the holiday season! Switch things up this year and make this recipe for Christmas. They are perfect for your cookie box and make great gifts.
    • Chewy and bakery-style. This recipe creates a soft and chewy texture that is irresistible.
    • Easy after-dinner dessert. Do you like to finish the night with something sweet? These mint and chocolate cookies will do the trick! The peppermint extract is refreshing and soothing after a large meal.
    • Made with Andes mints. These mint chocolates have a sweet crème de menthe flavor and the green mint cream layer adds a festive pop of color to the baked cookies.

    Ingredients

    • Butter
    • Brown sugar
    • Egg
    • Vanilla extract
    • Peppermint extract
    • All-purpose flour
    • Baking soda
    • Baking powder
    • Salt
    • Chocolate Chips
    • Andes mints

    See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.

    Substitutions

    Need to make a substitution or missing an ingredient? Here are some ways you can alter this recipe to fit your unique dietary needs.

    • Dairy-free? Leave out the Andes mints, as they contain dairy, and stick to just the peppermint extract. You can also shop around for a vegan mint chocolate bar and chop this up in place of the Andes mints. Theo Chocolate has a mint dark chocolate bar that's dairy-free/vegan and so does Endangered Species.
    • Gluten-free? I have not tested this recipe with other flour. I recommend trying a gluten-free 1:1 baking flour if you try to make this recipe gluten-free. Leave a comment and let me know how this goes!

    Variations

    Here are a few ideas for customizing this recipe and making different flavor variations:

    • Leave out the peppermint extract if you want to tone down the mint flavor a smidge. This version may also appeal more to kids.
    • Alternatively, leave out the Andes mints and just add peppermint extract. This is a great option if you don't have store-bought mint chocolate but already have different extracts in your pantry.
    • Roll the cookie dough balls in granulated sugar before baking to add an extra element of sweetness. This will create an attractive appearance to the baked cookies as well which is a nice touch for the holidays.

    This recipe has not been tested with other substitutions or variations. If you replace or add any ingredients, please let us know how it turned out in the comments below!

    How To Make Andes Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Step 1: First, beat together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract.

    Step 2: Next, use a hand mixer to beat wet ingredients until fully combined.

    Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine dry ingredients including natural cocoa powder.

    Step 4: Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients. Partially mix with beaters or use a rubber spatula or spoon to combine the dough.

    Step 5: Once the dough is combined, add chocolate chips and chopped Andes mint candies.

    Step 6: Scoop dough using a cookie scoop or spoon and form cookie dough balls that are about 2".

    Step 7: Top with extra chopped Andes mints before baking.

    Step 8: Lastly, bake cookies according to the instructions on the recipe card. Let cool completely before storing.

    Expert Tips & Tricks

    • Allow the cold ingredients to come to room temperature before making the cookie dough. This helps the ingredients to mix together properly.
    • Chill your cookie dough for 20 to 30 minutes before forming the dough balls for extra chewy cookies. Chilling the dough a bit usually creates a better texture and shape.
    • Top cookie dough balls with extra chocolate chips and pieces of mint chocolate before baking. This gives your cookies a professional, bakery-style look and adds more chocolate which everyone will love.
    • Let cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
    • If desired, save some cookie dough balls for later by popping them into a storage bag and laying them flat in the freezer. Check out my detailed guide on freezing cookie dough for more tips.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Have a question about this recipe? Here are some additional tips and commonly asked questions:

    How much peppermint extract to use in cookies?

    If you like a stronger peppermint flavor, use ½ teaspoon of peppermint extract in a batch of cookie dough. If you prefer a more subtle peppermint flavor, use only ¼ teaspoon of peppermint extract in the cookies.

    Are Andes mints gluten-free?

    Yes! Andes mints are gluten-free. They are also peanut-free and kosher. However, Andes mints are not dairy-free or vegan. Read the ingredient label closely before enjoying if you have food allergies or dietary restrictions.

    Equipment

    You’ll need an aluminum baking sheet, parchment paper, a mixing bowl, measuring cups and spoons, a rubber spatula, and a cookie scoop or spoon to make this chewy cookie recipe.

    Storage

    Room Temperature

    Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. Chocolate peppermint cookies are best enjoyed in the first couple of days.

    Freezing Instructions

    Store cooled cookies in a freezer-safe container or storage bag and freeze for up to two months. Once you're ready to enjoy them, let them thaw at room temperature.

    For unbaked cookie dough balls, add them to a freezer bag with enough space in between each ball to prevent sticking. Lay the bag flat in the freezer. When you're ready to bake, remove the dough balls to thaw at room temperature for an hour or overnight in the fridge. If you're short on time, decrease your oven temperature by 25°F and bake cookies for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.

    Cookies made with frozen dough may slightly differ in appearance and texture from those made with fresh dough.

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    Double Chocolate Andes Mint Cookies

    Mint chocolate chip cookies with Andes creme de mente mints.
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    5 from 7 reviews

    These double chocolate mint cookies are the perfect holiday cookie. Made with rich chocolate cookie dough, chopped Andes mints, and peppermint extract. These mint chocolate cookies are at the top of my list when it comes to Christmas baking. You're going to love them!

    • Author: Marley Braunlich
    • Prep Time: 15
    • Cook Time: 12
    • Total Time: 30
    • Yield: 12 1x
    • Category: Cookies
    • Method: Bake
    • Cuisine: American

    Ingredients

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    • ½ cup salted butter, softened
    • ¾ cup brown sugar, lightly packed
    • 1 large egg, room temperature
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
    • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
    • ¼ cup cocoa powder* (see notes)
    • ¾ teaspoon baking soda
    • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ⅓ cup chocolate chips
    • ½ cup Andes creme de menthe mints, chopped (plus more for topping)

    Instructions

    1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (176°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    2. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. The butter and brown sugar will have lightened in color.
    3. Add in the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract and mix until fully incorporated.
    4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
    5. Fold chocolate chips and chopped Andes mint candies into the cookie dough. 
    6. Use a cookie scoop or spoon to portion out the dough. Use your palms to roll into a uniform 2" ball.
    7. Top cookie dough balls with extra pieces of broken Andes mints.
    8. Place 6 cookie dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
    9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. I’d recommend baking for 10 minutes if you want a slightly underbaked cookie or if your oven runs hot. I found that 12 minutes was the perfect time for a slightly crispy and chewy cookie with golden edges.
    10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack or tray to cool completely. Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. Mint chocolate cookies are best enjoyed in the first couple of days.

    Notes

    • See the blog post for more baking tips and details on how to customize this recipe.
    • Cocoa powder: I recommend using natural cocoa powder, black cocoa powder or even cacao powder in this recipe. 
    • Andes mint substitute: You can try using a dairy-free mint chocolate bar if you don't have Andes mints or you need to make this recipe dairy-free. Regular mint chocolate bars may melt more than the Andes mints while baking.

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    1. Kathy

      October 20, 2023 at 2:01 pm

      Delicious cookies. Brought them to share with my friends at a cookie exchange party. Ended up in the top 3 best cookies!!

      Reply
    2. Steph

      October 23, 2023 at 10:02 am

      We really loved these cookies!!! They are dangerously GOOD and we cannot stop eating them.

      Reply
    3. Sam

      October 23, 2023 at 10:45 am

      These cookies are amazing! I definitely want to make these for Christmas this year. The mint flavor is perfect with the chocolate.

      Reply
    4. Becca

      October 24, 2023 at 12:02 pm

      I made these for my sister-in-law who likes mint chocolate everything. She loved them and asked me for the recipe!

      Reply
    5. Nicole

      February 03, 2024 at 9:44 pm

      Biiiiiggg minty sweets fan here...and these are INCREDIBLE!! Literally the perfect balance of mint and chocolate but not too sweet. Even more this is one of the most low maintenance cookie recipes I've ever made. I usually worry with big cookies like this, but they came out perfect exactly at 12 minutes and the dough is so easy to work with!

      Reply
      • Marley Braunlich

        February 05, 2024 at 12:16 pm

        Thanks so much for your detailed review and comments Nicole! Super happy to hear you found this cookie dough easy to work with and that the cookies turned out delicious! I love mint chocolate as well. Enjoy 🙂

        Reply
    6. Julian

      February 07, 2024 at 3:38 pm

      Perfect dessert. You get the after dinner mint and the cookie all at the same time! Doubled the recipe and everything turned out great.

      Reply
    7. Rose Ann Sack

      November 25, 2024 at 12:21 pm

      do i add the andes candies with choc chips? It just says put extra candies on top of cookies.

      Reply
      • Marley Braunlich

        November 26, 2024 at 2:04 pm

        thanks for your question Rose! you will add the chopped Andies candies into the dough with the chocolate chips, and then add more broken pieces of Andies mints on top!

        you can see this in the step-by-step images in the blog post. i've reworded the recipe card to make this more clear too. thank you and enjoy!

        Reply
    8. Alli

      December 07, 2024 at 12:24 pm

      We’re making Christmas cookies this year. Like 25 people. I want to freeze it in batches and thaw in on Christmas Day. I read your comment that best enjoyed in the first couple of days. Why? It doesn’t taste as good?

      Reply
      • Marley Braunlich

        December 09, 2024 at 2:24 pm

        Hey Alli, great idea to make these cookies ahead of time for Christmas. Since you are freezing and thawing on Christmas Day, you have nothing to worry about!! The cookies will taste fresh after thawing 🙂

        I typically recommend people eat or serve homemade cookies in the first few days after baking because that is when they will be the most soft and chewy, and won't have a chance to dry out or go stale depending on storage. These cookies are still delicious for several days after they are baked. I just prefer to serve them as soon as possible! Enjoy!

        Reply
    9. bruce and dina

      December 08, 2024 at 11:49 am

      My co-workers absolutely loved these cookies! Made a double batch for them!

      Reply
      • Marley Braunlich

        December 09, 2024 at 2:24 pm

        That's amazing!! Thanks so much for the 5 star review. 🙂 Enjoy!

        Reply

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