Green Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies (Printable Version)
Soft, chewy mint cookies with chocolate chips in a fun green hue
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
04 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 1/2 teaspoons pure mint extract
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
10 - Green gel food coloring, about 1/4 teaspoon or as desired
→ Add-ins
11 - 2 cups chocolate chips, semi-sweet or dark
12 - 1/2 cup chopped dark chocolate, optional
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
04 - Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in mint extract, vanilla extract, and green food coloring until evenly combined.
05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing just until incorporated.
06 - Fold in chocolate chips and chopped chocolate if using.
07 - Drop dough onto prepared baking sheets using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, spacing about 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are set and centers remain soft.
09 - Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack to cool completely.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The mint flavor is refreshing without being overpowering or artificial tasting
- That stunning green color makes ordinary cookie baking feel like a celebration
- They stay incredibly soft for days, unlike some cookies that turn into rocks overnight
02 -
- Gel food coloring is absolutely worth it over liquid, which can throw off your dough consistency
- These cookies continue cooking on the hot baking sheet, so pulling them out slightly underdone is the secret to perfect chewiness
- Mint extract varies wildly by brand, start with less and taste your dough before adding more
03 -
- Chill your dough for 30 minutes before baking if you prefer thicker cookies with less spread
- Rotate your baking sheets halfway through baking time for even browning
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform sizing, which helps all cookies finish baking at the same time