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Irresistible Shamrock Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Soft, chewy cookies with a perfect blend of cool mint and rich chocolate, ideal for festive occasions or everyday treats.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (310g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup (165g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 to 1 ½ teaspoons shamrock or mint extract
  • A few drops green gel food coloring (optional)
  • 1 ½ cups (270g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Optional add-ins: chopped Andes mints or chopped peppermint candies

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In another large bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3–4 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract and shamrock or mint extract. Add green gel food coloring if desired and mix until color is even.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips and any optional chopped mints or peppermint candies.
  7. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough 2 inches apart onto the prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are golden but centers still look slightly soft.
  10. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes is essential for texture and flavor. Use room temperature butter and eggs for best results. Avoid overmixing the flour to keep cookies tender. Baking time may vary by oven; check cookies around 9 minutes for soft centers. For a crisper cookie, bake 1-2 minutes longer. Use good quality chocolate chips and mint extract to avoid artificial taste.

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