Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies

These mint chocolate chip cookies are a delightful treat, combining the refreshing taste of mint with rich chocolate chips. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies will be a hit with friends and family.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp peppermint extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint leaves or 1 tsp mint extract
• Green food coloring optional

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, and then stir in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract

If using fresh mint leaves, chop them finely

If using mint extract, skip this step

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined

Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped fresh mint leaves if using mint extract, add it to the wet ingredients

If desired, add a few drops of green food coloring to enhance the minty appearance

Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely