SNOW-TOPPED CHOCOLATE MINT COOKIES

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Our local newspaper had a cookie contest a while back. This was one of the recipes featured, and it caught my eye because I love mint flavor. My family likes these cookies as much as I do.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (10 ounces) mint chocolate chips, divided
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a microwave, melt 1 cup chocolate chips; stir until smooth and set aside to cool. , In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the melted chocolate chips and vanilla. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the remaining chocolate chips. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until easy to handle. , Roll into 1-in. balls, then roll in confectioners' sugar. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until edges are set and centers are almost set. Cool for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 84mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Namayega Grace
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I've been making these cookies for years and they're always a hit. They're the perfect holiday cookie.


David Wong
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These cookies are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends.


Hassan Dash
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I'm not a big fan of mint, but I loved these cookies. The chocolate flavor really balances out the mint.


Austin Kugler
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover chocolate chips and Andes mints.


Emmanuel oguche
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I've never made snow-topped chocolate mint cookies before, but I'm definitely going to try this recipe. They look amazing!


Felix Oppong
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These cookies are a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try using less sugar next time.


Randy Parker
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I love the way these cookies look. They're so festive and elegant.


Chance Douglas
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These cookies are perfect for a holiday cookie exchange. They're sure to be a hit with everyone.


Sajid Guli
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my cookies turned out flat and dense. They didn't look anything like the picture.


danggar insan
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These cookies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're so delicious and unique.


Anthony John
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I've made these cookies for years and they're always a hit. They're a great way to use up leftover Andes mints.


Pule Phaka
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These cookies are so festive and perfect for the holidays. I love the way the snow-topped frosting looks.


Suresh Donald
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I had some trouble getting the cookies to set properly. I think I might have over-mixed the dough.


Khab Jan
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These cookies were a little too minty for my taste, but my friends loved them.


Gazazgn Kamiso
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I'm not a huge fan of mint, but these cookies were surprisingly good. The chocolate flavor really balances out the mint.


MD RAZIB
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These cookies are so easy to make and they taste amazing. I love the combination of chocolate and mint.


Owami Khumalo
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I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're the perfect balance of minty and chocolatey.


Mubarak khan gopang Mubarak
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These cookies were a hit at my holiday party! They're so festive and delicious.