Double Chocolate Mint Chip Cookies - Rich Cocoa Base
Rich chocolate cookies packed with mint chocolate chips create the perfect balance of deep cocoa flavor and refreshing mint. The Dutch processed cocoa provides an intense chocolate base while room temperature butter ensures a tender, chewy texture. Perfect for holidays, parties, or whenever you crave an indulgent chocolate-mint combination. This updated recipe creates perfectly soft centers with crispy edges.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cup all-purpose flourgluten-free flour blend1:1gluten-freegluten-free
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- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup Dutch processed cocoa
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cup mint chocolate chips, dividedregular chocolate chips1:1
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven and line baking sheet with parchment paper or baking mat
- 2
Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa in medium bowl
- 3
Cream butter and both sugars with mixer until smooth
- 4
Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla extract, mixing until just combined
- 5
Gradually add flour mixture and beat until just combined
- 6
Mix in 2 cups of mint chocolate chips
- 7
Roll dough into balls using about 2 tablespoons per cookie
- 8
Place on prepared baking sheet 2 inches apart
- 9
Top cookies with remaining mint chocolate chips, pressing into tops and sides
- 10
Bake until cookies are set but still soft in center
- 11
Let sit on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to cooling rack
Tips
Use room temperature butter and eggs for best mixing and texture results.
Don't overbake - cookies should still look slightly underdone in centers when removed.
Press extra chocolate chips on top before baking for bakery-style appearance.
Good to Know
Store in airtight container at room temperature up to 1 week
Cookie dough can be made 2 days ahead and refrigerated, or shaped cookies can be frozen up to 3 months
Best served at room temperature within 2-3 days of baking
Common Mistakes
Use room temperature ingredients to avoid lumpy mixing
Don't overmix flour mixture to avoid tough cookies
Remove while centers still look soft to avoid overbaking
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
Vegan Options
Gluten-Free Swaps
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General Alternatives
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FAQ
Can I use regular cocoa powder instead of Dutch processed?
Yes, but Dutch processed gives richer color and smoother flavor. Regular cocoa will work but may taste slightly more acidic.
How long do these cookies keep fresh?
Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months.
Can I freeze the cookie dough?
Yes, roll into balls and freeze on baking sheet, then transfer to freezer bags. Bake from frozen adding 1-2 minutes.