Decadent Thin Mint Chocolate Cookies

Delight in these delectable Thin Mint Chocolate Cookies, a delightful treat that perfectly balances rich chocolate with a refreshing hint of peppermint. These indulgent cookies are a must-have for any occasion, whether enjoyed alone or shared with loved ones.

Ingredients

For Thin Mint Cookies
1	box fudge cake mix (18 ¼ ounces)
3	tablespoons shortening, melted
1	egg egg
3	tablespoons water
1	cup flour, sifted
36	ounces Nestle brand preferred semi-sweet chocolate chips (36 ounces)
6	tablespoons shortening
3	teaspoons peppermint extract
	nonstick cooking spray

Instructions

• For Thin Mint Cookies

  1. Begin by combining the cookie ingredients in a large bowl, gradually adding water until a smooth dough forms.
  2. Cover the dough and let it chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
  4. On a lightly floured surface, roll out a portion of the dough to just under 1/16 of an inch thick.
  5. Using a 1 1/2" round cookie cutter, cut out the dough rounds.
  6. Arrange the cut dough rounds on a cookie sheet sprayed with a light coating of non-stick spray.
  7. Bake the cookies for 10 minutes until lightly golden.
  8. Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool completely.
  9. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peppermint extract, and shortening. Heat in the microwave on 50% power, stirring gently until smooth.
  10. Using a fork, dip each cookie into the chocolate mixture, allowing excess chocolate to drip off. Place the coated cookies on a wax paper-lined baking sheet.
  11. Refrigerate the cookies until the chocolate coating is firm.
  12. This recipe yields approximately 108 delicious cookies.

Aug 10, 2024