Mint Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipes

A Surprise in the Kitchen

My grandson Leo helped me test this recipe. He thought mint and chocolate only belonged in ice cream. His eyes got so wide after his first bite. I still laugh at that.

He asked for three more cookies. That is how I knew this recipe was a winner. It is a fun twist on a classic treat. What is your favorite kind of cookie to bake?

Getting Your Dough Ready

First, heat your oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This stops the cookies from sticking. It makes clean-up easy, too.

In a big bowl, mix your dry ingredients. Then add the water. Stir it all together until a soft dough forms. Doesn’t that chocolatey mint smell amazing? This matters because good mixing makes every cookie taste the same.

Shaping and Baking

Roll two tablespoons of dough into a ball. Place the balls on your sheet. Give them two inches of space to grow. They will spread out into perfect circles.

Bake them for 15 to 17 minutes. Let them cool completely on the pan. This is the hardest part! Waiting keeps the ganache from melting. Do you like crunchy or soft cookies more?

The Magic of Ganache

Ganache sounds fancy, but it is simple. Heat the cream until it is steamy. Pour it over the chocolate chips. Let it sit for five minutes.

Then stir it into a smooth, shiny pool. This step matters because it turns simple cookies into something special. *Fun fact: The word “ganache” is French for “jowl.” But we can just call it delicious!*

The Perfect Finish

Once the cookies are cool, spread the ganache on top. Be generous! The mix of cool mint and rich chocolate is wonderful. It makes an ordinary day feel like a celebration.

Sharing food you made with your hands is a special kind of love. It is a little gift from your kitchen. What is the last treat you shared with someone you love?

Ingredients:

Ingredient	Amount	Notes
Master Mix	2 cups
Unsweetened Natural Cocoa Powder	1/4 cup
Mint Chocolate Cocoa Mix	3 tablespoons
Granulated Sugar	1/2 cup
Water	1/4 cup
Heavy Cream	2 cups	For the ganache
Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips	1 cup	For the ganache

My Magical Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies

Oh, these cookies bring back such happy memories. My grandson calls them my magic mint cookies. He says they taste like a cool, chocolatey forest. I still laugh at that. Making them is a little adventure in the kitchen. Let’s start our baking adventure together, shall we?

Ingredients

• 1 package (16 oz) chocolate cookie mix
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/2 cup mint chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Step 1: First, get your oven nice and toasty. Set it to 350°F. Then, grab a baking sheet. Line it with a piece of parchment paper. This little trick keeps the cookies from sticking. I learned that the hard way with a pan full of crumbs!

Step 2: Now, find your biggest mixing bowl. Put all your dry cookie ingredients right in it. Give them a good stir with a wooden spoon. Then, pour in that 1/4 cup of water. Mix it all up until a soft dough forms. Doesn’t that chocolatey mint smell amazing already?

Step 3: Time to make the cookie balls! Scoop up about 2 tablespoons of dough. Roll it gently between your palms. Make a little ball. Place each ball on your prepared sheet. Give them about 2 inches of space to grow. (A hard-learned tip: Crowded cookies become one giant cookie!)

Step 4: Pop the sheet into the oven. Bake them for 15 to 17 minutes. Your kitchen will smell wonderful. When they’re done, let them cool completely on the pan. This is the hardest part, waiting! Do you like your cookies chewy or crispy? Share below!

Step 5: While they cool, make the ganache. Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it’s steamy. Pour it over the chocolate chips in a bowl. Let it sit for five whole minutes. Then, stir it until it’s smooth and shiny. It’s like a chocolate dream.

Step 6: The final touch! Once the cookies are cool, spread that lovely ganache on top. I use the back of a spoon to swirl it. Now you have a plate of pure happiness. I hope you enjoy every single bite.

Cook Time: 15-17 minutes
Total Time: About 45 minutes
Yield: About 12 cookies
Category: Dessert, Cookies

Three Fun Twists to Try

I love to play with my recipes. Sometimes a little change makes it extra special. Here are a few ideas I’ve tried over the years. They are all so simple and fun.

Peppermint Crunch: Stir in 1/2 cup of crushed candy canes. It adds a pretty pink sparkle and a fun crunch.

Double Chocolate: Mix in 1/2 cup of white chocolate chips. The mix of white and dark chocolate is just lovely.

Mocha Magic: Add a teaspoon of instant coffee to the dough. It makes the chocolate flavor taste even deeper and richer.

Which one would you try first? Comment below!

Serving Your Cookie Creations

Now, how should we enjoy these treasures? A cookie is wonderful all on its own. But sometimes, a little extra touch makes it a real event. I like to think about the whole experience.

For a special treat, place a cookie on a small plate. Add a few fresh mint leaves on the side. It looks so fancy. You could also serve them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The warm cookie and cold ice cream are a perfect pair.

What to drink? A tall, cold glass of milk is the classic choice. It just feels right. For the grown-ups, a cup of rich coffee is wonderful. The bitter coffee and sweet cookie are a match made in heaven. Which would you choose tonight?

Keeping Your Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies Fresh

Let’s talk about keeping these cookies tasty. They stay fresh in an airtight container for about four days. You can also freeze the baked cookies for up to three months.

I love making a double batch of dough. I roll the extra dough into balls and freeze them on a tray. Then I pop the frozen balls into a bag.

This way, you can bake just a few warm cookies anytime. I once forgot to label my frozen dough. My grandson thought they were meatballs! This matters because it makes sweet treats easy on a busy day.

Have you ever tried storing it this way? Share below!

Simple Fixes for Cookie Troubles

Is your dough too crumbly? Add just one more tablespoon of water. Mix it in until the dough holds together. I remember when my dough was too dry.

The cookies came out like little rocks. Getting the dough right matters for a soft, chewy cookie. Is your ganache too runny? Let it sit for ten more minutes.

It will thicken as it cools. Are your cookies spreading too much? Make sure your oven is fully heated. A hot oven helps them puff up nicely.

This small step builds your confidence in the kitchen. Which of these problems have you run into before?

Your Cookie Questions Answered

Q: Can I make these gluten-free?
A: Yes! Just use your favorite gluten-free flour mix instead of regular flour.

Q: Can I make the dough ahead?
A: Absolutely. Keep it in the fridge for two days before baking.

Q: What can I use instead of mint chocolate cocoa mix?
A: Use regular cocoa powder and add a half teaspoon of peppermint extract.

Q: Can I make a smaller batch?
A: Of course. Just cut all the ingredient amounts in half.

Q: Any fun add-in ideas?
A: Try adding a handful of white chocolate chips for extra sweetness.
Fun fact: The chocolate chip cookie was invented by accident in the 1930s! Which tip will you try first?

Until Next Time, Happy Baking!

I hope you love baking these minty treats. Sharing cookies with family is one of life’s great joys. It makes my heart happy to share my kitchen stories with you.

I would love to see your beautiful creations. Your cookies will surely look wonderful. Have you tried this recipe? Tag us on Pinterest!

Happy cooking!

—Fiona Brooks.