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
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| 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
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| 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. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 78.3 kcal |
| Protein | 0.8 g |
| Fat | 4.7 g |
| Carbohydrates | 10 g |
| Fiber | 0.7 g |
| Sugar | 7 g |
Published on Aug 10, 2024 by Luminița