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Grinch Cookies

Delightful green cookies with a fun chocolate surprise and a hint of mint, perfect for the holiday season.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon mint extract
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup green food coloring

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop or tablespoon
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Beat them together until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Stir in the mint extract and green food coloring until the dough is evenly colored.
  7. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
  8. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a lined baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

Perfect for holiday parties or cozy family gatherings. Pair with milk or hot cocoa.