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Creamy Chocolate Mint Cookies Recipe with Fluffy Mint Filling

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Delicious and easy-to-make creamy chocolate mint cookies with a fluffy mint filling that balances rich chocolate and refreshing mint flavors. Perfect for any occasion and ready in under 45 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup (165g) packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • For the Fluffy Mint Filling:
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons peppermint extract
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
  • A few drops of green food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. Cream the butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat 1 cup softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy—about 3 to 5 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla: Crack in the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla and peppermint extracts.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Mix wet and dry: Gradually add dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing on low speed just until combined.
  6. Shape the cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers still soft. Let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before moving to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare the mint filling: Beat 1/2 cup softened butter with powdered sugar until creamy. Add peppermint extract and 2 tablespoons cream, then whip on high for 2-3 minutes until fluffy. Stir in green food coloring if using.
  9. Assemble the cookies: Spread or pipe a dollop of mint filling on the bottom of one cookie, then sandwich with another. Press gently to spread filling evenly.
  10. Chill for 15 minutes in the fridge to let the filling set before serving.

Notes

Keep butter softened but not melting to avoid greasy batter. Do not overmix after adding flour to keep cookies tender. Rotate baking sheets halfway through baking for even color. Adjust peppermint extract to taste to avoid overpowering. For gluten-free, substitute some flour with almond flour; for vegan, use coconut oil and flax eggs.

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