Chocolate Mint Sandwich Cookies: A Delightful Treat for Mint Lovers
For those who relish the invigorating combination of mint and chocolate, these Chocolate Mint Sandwich Cookies are a dream come true. The soft, rich chocolate cookies paired with a creamy, minty filling offer a burst of flavor with each bite. Here’s how you can bring this delightful treat to your kitchen.
Ingredients:
For the Cookies:
- 6 tablespoons butter, cubed
- 1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Filling:
- 2-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 3 tablespoons 2% milk
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Dash of salt
- 3 drops green food coloring (optional)
Directions:
- Prepare the Oven and Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Get your baking sheets ready by ensuring they are ungreased, which helps the cookies maintain their texture.
- Chocolate Mixture: In a small saucepan, melt the butter, brown sugar, water, and chocolate chips together over low heat. Stir frequently to prevent burning. Once the chocolate is smoothly melted, remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: When the chocolate mixture has cooled, stir in the eggs and vanilla extract. Ensure that the mixture is not too hot to avoid cooking the eggs.
- Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually blend this into the chocolate mixture to form your cookie dough.
- Baking the Cookies: Drop rounded teaspoonfuls of the dough onto the baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cookies are firm. Once done, transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Making the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the confectioners’ sugar, softened butter, milk, peppermint extract, and a dash of salt. If you’re opting for a festive look, add the green food coloring. Mix until the filling is smooth and evenly colored.
- Assembling the Cookies: Spread the mint filling on the bottom side of half the cookies. Top with the remaining cookies to form sandwiches.
Nutritional Information:
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Calories: 180 kcal per cookie
- Servings: 24 cookies
Chocolate Mint Sandwich Cookies are perfect for holiday parties, family gatherings, or as a special treat to enjoy with a cup of hot cocoa. The vibrant hint of mint makes these cookies a refreshing choice any day of the year. Enjoy baking, and most importantly, enjoy every bite of your delicious creation!
Chocolate Mint Sandwich Cookies
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 24 1x
Description
These Chocolate Mint Sandwich Cookies combine the rich, deep flavor of semisweet chocolate with the refreshing taste of peppermint, creating a cookie that is both indulgent and invigorating. The crisp outer cookie perfectly complements the creamy, minty filling, making each bite a delightful experience.
Perfect for holidays, special occasions, or just because, these cookies are a fantastic way to impress friends and family. The optional green food coloring adds a festive touch, but these cookies are equally delicious without it. Enjoy them with a cup of hot cocoa or a glass of cold milk for the ultimate treat.
Ingredients
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
1–1/2 cups packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons water
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2–1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1–1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
Filling:
2–1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
1/4 cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
Dash salt
3 drops green food coloring, optional
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a small saucepan, combine butter, brown sugar, water, and chocolate chips. Cook and stir over low heat until chips are melted. Cool.
Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to chocolate mixture.
Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake until firm, 10-12 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.
In a large bowl, combine confectioners’ sugar, butter, milk, extract, salt, and, if desired, food coloring until smooth.
Spread on the bottoms of half of the cookies; top with remaining cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 180 kcal