Indulge in the ultimate mint chocolate experience with these incredibly soft, chewy, and generously loaded Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies. Crafted for peak flavor and irresistible texture, these cookies are a true delight for any occasion. With only about 15 minutes of active prep time, you’ll be enjoying a symphony of minty chocolate goodness, featuring rich chopped Andes mints, refreshing mint Oreos, and a hint of pure peppermint extract. Whether you’re seeking a comforting treat for a casual afternoon or a show-stopping dessert for your holiday spread, these special Christmas cookies are guaranteed to be a conversation starter and a unanimous favorite!
While nothing truly compares to the warmth and comfort of freshly baked homemade chocolate chip cookies, there’s a special place in our hearts for a variation that takes indulgence to the next level: ridiculously LOADED mint chocolate chip cookies. These aren’t just cookies; they’re an experience, a celebration of the perfect pairing between refreshing mint and rich chocolate.
If you’re anything like us, you have a deep affection for all things Oreo. Our kitchen is often filled with the delightful crunch of these iconic cookies, finding their way into many beloved recipes. Beyond these incredible Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies, some of our other favorite Oreo-infused creations include these No-Bake Oreo Cheesecake Cups, the festive No Bake Peppermint Oreo Cheesecake (proving that mint and chocolate truly belong together!), the delightful Golden Oreo Truffles, and our classic yet distinct Oreo Chocolate Chip Cookies. Each recipe highlights the versatility and beloved flavor of Oreos, transforming them into extraordinary desserts.
Why These Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies Are Simply Irresistible
My husband’s unwavering devotion to Mint Oreos, capable of devouring an entire package in a single day, was the initial spark for this recipe. While I sometimes question the wisdom of having such deliciousness readily available, the sheer joy these cookies bring is undeniable. They are truly an experience, transforming a simple cookie into something extraordinary.
These Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies stand out for several compelling reasons:
- Explosion of Mint Chocolate Flavor: We’ve created a genuine mint trifecta here! By incorporating fragrant peppermint extract, crushed mint Oreos, and generously chopped Andes mints, every bite delivers an intense and harmonious blend of cool mint and rich chocolate. It’s a flavor profile designed for the true mint chocolate enthusiast.
- Remarkably Easy to Prepare: Forget waiting for butter to soften! Our recipe utilizes melted butter, streamlining the process significantly. This simple technique allows you to whip up a batch of these delectable cookies much faster than many other classic cookie recipes, making them perfect for last-minute cravings or busy schedules.
- Perfect for Any Time of Year: While these cookies naturally lend themselves to being a festive Christmas cookie, their refreshing flavor means they can be enjoyed whenever a mint chocolate craving strikes. Their vibrant taste is welcome throughout the year, bringing a burst of joy with every bite.
- Unforgettably Soft and Chewy Texture: We’ve perfected the texture by adding a touch of corn starch and using melted butter. The corn starch contributes to a wonderfully soft and tender crumb, while the melted butter creates that signature chewy texture we all adore in a cookie. Prepare for a cookie that melts in your mouth!
Are these cookies perhaps a little over-the-top? Maybe. But their ridiculously delicious nature makes them an absolute must-try. We are always ready for another batch, and we know you will be too! Enjoy every minty, chocolatey moment!
Essential Ingredient Notes for Perfect Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies
For exact measurements and a complete list of ingredients, please refer to the detailed recipe card below. These notes will help you understand the role of each key component in achieving cookie perfection.
- Unsalted Butter: We opt for unsalted butter to give you full control over the salt content in your cookies. If you only have salted butter on hand, simply reduce the amount of added salt in the recipe by half. Crucially, melt the butter but ensure it has cooled slightly before incorporating it with the sugars. Using butter that is too hot can negatively impact the cookie’s texture and cause them to spread excessively.
- Large Eggs: For the best consistency and even incorporation into the dough, it’s ideal to use large eggs that are at room temperature. This allows them to mix more smoothly with the other ingredients, leading to a more uniform and tender cookie.
- Corn Starch: This is our secret weapon for achieving that coveted soft and delightfully chewy texture in these mint chocolate chip cookies. Corn starch helps to tenderize the crumb and prevents the cookies from becoming too crisp. While highly recommended, your cookies will still be delicious if you don’t have any, though the texture may be slightly different.
- Andes Mints: The signature minty chocolate flavor largely comes from these iconic candies. During holiday seasons, you might find Andes mint baking chips, which are incredibly convenient. Otherwise, simply use regular Andes mints, roughly chopping them with a knife. A standard 4.67 oz. package (approximately 28 pieces) yields about one cup of chopped candies. If you love the visual appeal of extra mints pressed into the tops of your baked cookies, be sure to grab an additional package!
- Chocolate Chips: We find that dark chocolate chips provide a wonderful depth and balance to the vibrant mint flavor, creating a sophisticated pairing. However, feel free to use your favorite variety! Milk chocolate chips or semi-sweet chocolate chips will also yield fantastic results. Use what you love and have on hand to customize your cookie experience.
Exciting Recipe Variations to Customize Your Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Vary the Chocolate: Experiment with different types of chocolate chips to alter the flavor profile. Use dark chocolate for a richer, more intense flavor, or opt for milk chocolate for a sweeter, creamier taste. For an elegant touch, fold in some roughly chopped high-quality chocolate bars.
- Sweet and Salty Twist: For those who love a complex flavor, sprinkle a touch of flaky sea salt over the cookies immediately after they come out of the oven. The salt enhances the chocolate and mint, creating an irresistible sweet and salty combination.
- Minty Mocha Delight: Stir in a teaspoon of instant espresso powder to the dry ingredients. This subtle addition deepens the chocolate flavor and introduces a sophisticated mocha note that beautifully complements the mint.
- Festive M&M’s: Add a pop of color and extra crunch by tossing in some M&M’s. For a truly festive holiday treat, choose red and green M&M’s to match the seasonal theme, making these mint chip cookies even more appealing.
- Sprinkle Some Cheer: Incorporate a few tablespoons of sprinkles into the dough or press them onto the tops of the freshly baked cookies. Holiday-themed sprinkles are perfect for Christmas, or simply use green and white sprinkles to emphasize the mint colors.
- Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Look: For a vibrant and fun appearance reminiscent of classic mint chocolate chip ice cream, add a few drops of green food coloring to the cookie dough before folding in the chocolate chips and crushed Oreos. This will give your cookies a playful, inviting hue.
Step-By-Step Instructions for Your Perfect Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies
Follow these detailed steps to bake your irresistibly soft and chewy mint chocolate chip cookies. Remember, chilling the dough is a crucial step for the best results!
Step 1: Combine Dry Ingredients. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, corn starch, baking soda, and sea salt. Set this mixture aside. In a separate large mixing bowl, combine the slightly cooled melted butter with both the light brown sugar and granulated sugar. Beat them together using an electric mixer until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
Step 2: Incorporate Wet Ingredients. Add the room-temperature large eggs and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture. Continue to beat with the electric mixer until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is light and fluffy. While a whisk can be used for this step, an electric mixer typically yields a better consistency.
Step 3: Gradually Add Dry Ingredients. With the mixer on low speed (or using a hand mixer or wooden spoon), slowly add the whisked flour mixture to the wet ingredients. Mix just until the flour is incorporated and no dry streaks remain. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
Step 4: Fold in the Mix-ins. Once the dough is formed, gently fold in the chocolate chips, chopped Andes mints, and crushed mint Oreos. Use a spatula or wooden spoon for this step to ensure the mix-ins are evenly distributed without overworking the dough.
Step 5: Chill the Dough. This is a crucial step! Cover the cookie dough and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30-60 minutes, and up to 2 days. For easier portioning if chilling for a longer period, scoop the dough into 1½ tablespoon balls after about 30 minutes of chilling. Arrange these dough balls on a parchment-lined plate or container and continue chilling for the remaining time. Chilling prevents spreading and develops flavor.
Step 6: Prepare for Baking. Once the dough is sufficiently chilled, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. If your dough has chilled for longer than 2 hours, allow the scooped cookie dough balls to sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before baking. This helps them spread just enough without becoming flat.
Step 7: Bake to Perfection. Place the chilled cookie dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for approximately 8-11 minutes. The cookies are ready when their edges are just beginning to turn golden brown, even if the centers still appear slightly undercooked. Remember, it’s always better to slightly underbake these cookies for maximum chewiness rather than overbaking them.
Step 8: Cool and Finish. As soon as the cookies come out of the oven, if desired, gently press a few extra chopped Andes mints and crushed mint Oreos onto their tops for an extra decorative and flavorful touch. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 3-4 minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This initial cooling on the hot sheet helps them set properly.
Pro Tips for Flawless Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Accurate Flour Measurement is Key: For consistent and best results in baking, weighing your flour (and other dry ingredients) with a kitchen scale is highly recommended. If you don’t have a scale, properly measure flour by first stirring it within its container to aerate it. Then, spoon the flour lightly into your measuring cup until overflowing, and level it off with a straight edge (like a knife). Never scoop your measuring cup directly into the flour bag, as this compacts the flour and can lead to using significantly more than needed, resulting in dry cookies that won’t spread correctly.
- Ensure Your Baking Soda is Fresh: Baking soda is a crucial leavening agent that helps your cookies rise and achieve their desired texture. If your baking soda is old or expired, your cookies may turn out flat and dense, which nobody wants! You can easily test your baking soda’s freshness by mixing a small amount with a bit of vinegar; if it fizzes, it’s still active.
- Don’t Skip the Chilling Step: Since this recipe utilizes melted butter, chilling the dough is absolutely essential. The melted butter makes the dough softer, and chilling it allows the fats to solidify, preventing the cookies from spreading too much during baking. More importantly, chilling also allows the flour to fully hydrate and the flavors to meld, resulting in a chewier texture and a richer taste. This wait truly pays off!
- Embrace the Underbake: For the ultimate soft and chewy mint chocolate chip cookie, it is always better to slightly underbake them. Start checking for doneness around the 7-minute mark. Look for edges that are just barely golden, while the centers still appear slightly soft and set. Cookies continue to cook slightly from residual heat after being removed from the oven (this is called carryover baking), so pulling them out a little early ensures a perfectly tender interior.
Storage Instructions for Your Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies
To maintain their delightful freshness and soft, chewy texture, store these mint chocolate chip cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for approximately 4-5 days. They are undeniably at their absolute best within the first two days after baking.
For longer storage, ensure the cookies are completely cooled before placing them in a freezer-safe container or bag. They can be frozen for up to 3 months, ready to be thawed and enjoyed whenever a craving strikes.
To Freeze Cookie Dough for Future Baking:
Scoop the cookie dough into individual balls (approximately 1½ tablespoons each) and arrange them in a single layer on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Place them in the freezer to flash freeze for about 2 hours, or until solid. Once firm, transfer the frozen dough balls to a freezer-safe sealed container or bag. This allows you to bake fresh cookies on demand for up to 3 months. Simply bake from frozen, adding a couple of extra minutes to the baking time.
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Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies
Lorie Yarro
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15 minutes
1 hour
36 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, (340 g)
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp sea salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (226 grams/2 sticks), melted, slightly cooled
- 1 cup light brown sugar (215 g)
- ¾ cup sugar (150 g)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ – ½ tsp peppermint extract
- 1 – 1½ cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped Andes mints
- 12 mint Oreos, crushed
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Instructions
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Note: This cookie dough needs to be chilled for best results.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, corn starch, baking soda, and sea salt. Set aside. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the slightly cooled melted butter with both brown sugar and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, beating until fully incorporated.
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Gradually beat in the flour mixture on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Gently fold in the chocolate chips, chopped Andes mints, and crushed mint Oreos using a spatula or spoon.
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Cover the dough and chill for at least 30-60 minutes, and up to 2 days. For easier handling if chilling longer, scoop into 1½ tablespoon balls after 30 minutes of chilling, then arrange on a parchment-lined tray and continue chilling.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place chilled cookie dough balls 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet. (If dough has chilled longer than 2 hours, let sit at room temp for 10-15 minutes before baking). Bake for 8-11 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. The tops may look slightly undercooked, but they will set as they cool.
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Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 3-4 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 4-5 days.
Notes
Make sure your baking soda is fresh. Expired or baking soda that isn’t fresh can cause flat cookies and no one wants that! Test your baking soda using this method.
Chilling is a must for this recipe since it uses melted butter. The wait will pay off in the end as the melted butter is a big reason for the chewy texture. If you don’t chill the dough, the cookies will definitely spread.
It is better to under bake these cookies. If you are worried about the cookies being too soft on top, you should be okay pulling them out once the edges become golden. The cookies still bake slightly even when pulled from the oven.
Nutrition
Carbohydrates: 29g,
Protein: 2g,
Fat: 10g,
Saturated Fat: 7g,
Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g,
Monounsaturated Fat: 2g,
Trans Fat: 0.2g,
Cholesterol: 24mg,
Sodium: 93mg,
Potassium: 33mg,
Fiber: 1g,
Sugar: 20g,
Vitamin A: 188IU,
Vitamin C: 0.05mg,
Calcium: 20mg,
Iron: 1mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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