Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 cup chocolate mint candies, crushed (available at most supermarkets in the United States)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil or melted butter.
- Pour the liquid ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Stir in the crushed chocolate mint candies.
- Drop the cookie dough by the spoonful onto an ungreased baking sheet, leaving enough space for the cookies to spread.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are set and the cookies are slightly firm to the touch.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information: (per cookie, assuming 8 cookies)
- Calories: Approx. 200-250 calories per cookie (depending on the exact ingredients used)
- Fat: Approx. 12-15g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 30-35g
- Protein: Approx. 3-4g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich chocolate flavor combined with the refreshing taste of mint.
- Crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside.
- Ideal for chocolate and mint lovers.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are a perfect blend of chocolate and mint flavors! Highly recommended!"
- "The cookies were very easy to make and the taste was amazing! My family loved them!"
- "These cookies are a great way to enjoy chocolate and mint together. The candies add a nice crunch to the cookie."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use good quality chocolate mint candies for the best flavor combination.
- Cookies may vary in size and shape depending on how you drop the dough onto the baking sheet. Adjust baking time accordingly.
- For best results, use fresh ingredients and follow the recipe instructions closely.
