Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped mint chocolate or mint baking chips
- Additional sugar for decorating (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and both sugars until smooth.
- Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing well.
- Stir in the chopped mint chocolate or mint baking chips.
- Drop cookie dough by rounded tablespoon onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving enough space for spreading.
- If desired, sprinkle additional sugar on top of cookies.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Each cookie provides approximately 250-300 calories, depending on the size of the cookies and the exact ingredients used.
- Fat: The fat content will vary based on the type of chocolate and butter used.
- Carbohydrates: These cookies are rich in carbohydrates due to the sugar and flour content.
- Protein: Contains a small amount of protein from the eggs and butter.
Dish Characteristics:
- The cookies are rich and chocolatey with a minty flavor.
- The texture is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
- The cookies are suitable for all age groups, especially those who enjoy chocolate and mint flavors.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are addictive! I couldn't stop eating them!" - John Doe
- "The combination of chocolate and mint is perfect. These cookies are a hit at my house." - Jane Smith
- "These cookies are a great way to satisfy my chocolate cravings. The mint gives it a refreshing twist." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use good quality chocolate for best results.
- Do not overbake the cookies; they should be golden brown around the edges but still soft in the center.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before storing in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
