Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped chocolate or chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
Preparation Time:
- Total Time: 1 hour (including preparation and baking time)
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 40 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 sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Sift together to mix thoroughly.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients gradually, mixing well.
- Stir in the chopped chocolate and fresh mint leaves.
- Drop the cookie dough by rounded spoonful onto an ungreased baking sheet, leaving enough space for the cookies to spread.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set and the centers are still soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 cookies)
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 4g
- Fiber: 2g (approx.)
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich chocolate flavor combined with a fresh mint taste.
- Crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside.
- Ideal for chocolate and mint lovers.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are a real treat! The combination of chocolate and mint is amazing."
- "The cookies were easy to make and the fresh mint leaves really made them stand out."
- "I love how these cookies are both sweet and rich in flavor."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh mint leaves for the best flavor. If fresh mint is not available, you can use dried mint, but the flavor may not be as strong.
- Be careful not to overbake the cookies; they should be soft in the center when removed from the oven.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
