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Mint Chocolate Cookies

Mint Chocolate Cookies

Indulge in the delightful combination of mint and chocolate with these Quick and Easy Mint Chocolate Cookies. Perfectly soft and chewy, these cookies are made from a simple chocolate cake mix base, topped with creamy mint green buttercream and drizzled with rich chocolate ganache. In just 30 minutes, you can create an eye-catching dessert that’s perfect for parties, holidays, or a sweet snack any day. The refreshing mint flavor paired with luscious chocolate makes these cookies a favorite among mint chocolate lovers. Impress your guests or treat yourself with this irresistible dessert!

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature (for frosting)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon mint extract
  • Green food coloring
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for ganache)
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream (for ganache)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, canola oil, and eggs until well blended.
  4. Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of dough onto prepared cookie sheets.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes until set; cool on wire rack.
  6. For frosting, beat room temperature butter; gradually add powdered sugar, mint extract, and heavy cream until smooth.
  7. Add green food coloring to achieve desired shade.
  8. Frost cooled cookies generously.
  9. To make ganache, heat heavy cream in a saucepan; pour over chocolate chips and whisk until smooth.
  10. Drizzle ganache over frosted cookies; let set before serving.
  • Author: Stephanie
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Don't overbake; cookies should remain soft in the center. Experiment with toppings like crushed peppermint candies for extra flair.