Description
Delight in these Mint Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies that bring together the classic flavors of mint and chocolate for a festive treat.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup additional powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add in the vanilla and peppermint extracts and mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour and salt to the mixture, stirring until combined.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Shape the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
- Once out of the oven, allow to cool for a few minutes before rolling each cookie in additional powdered sugar.
- Let cool completely on a wire rack.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding crushed mint candies to the dough.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8 grams
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 8 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 12 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 1 gram
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Mint Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies, cookies, mint, dessert