Dark Chocolate Mint Sandwich Cookies
Dark chocolate has been found to have various health benefits, including being a rich source of antioxidants.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Dark Chocolate Mint Sandwich Cookies
Ingredients
Instructions
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Melt the dark chocolate and set aside.
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In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
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Stir in the melted dark chocolate and mint extract.
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Cover the dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Roll the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
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Flatten each ball with the bottom of a glass.
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Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
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Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small bowl, mix together the powdered sugar and green food coloring.
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Spread the mint filling onto the bottom of half of the cookies.
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Top with the remaining cookies to make sandwiches.
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Allow the cookies to set for 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 180kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8g13%
- Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
- Sugars 15g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
