Chocolate Mint Crinkle Cookies

Crinkle cookies get their distinctive cracked appearance from the powdered sugar coating and the way the cookies expand and contract during baking.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Chocolate Mint Crinkle Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 24 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 2 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Peppermint extract
• 1 cup Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and peppermint extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Place the powdered sugar in a small bowl.
8. Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls, then coat each ball generously in powdered sugar.
9. Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
10. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies have spread and the tops have crinkled.
11. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
12. Enjoy these delicious Chocolate Mint Crinkle Cookies!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7g11%

Total Carbohydrate 21g8%

Sugars 14g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.