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Chocolate Mint Sugar Cookie Drops

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These Chocolate Mint Sugar Cookie Drops are the ultimate holiday treat, combining the comforting warmth of a classic sugar cookie with the refreshing twist of mint. The secret lies in rolling the dough balls in extra sugar before baking, creating a delightful crunchy shell that contrasts beautifully with the soft, cake-like interior. Loaded with mint-chocolate chips, each bite offers a perfect balance of sweet and cool flavors. They are incredibly easy to mix up, requiring no chilling time, making them a last-minute favorite for parties or gift-giving. Serve them warm from the oven or pack them in tins for a charming present.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12
Calories: 1767.9
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These Chocolate Mint Sugar Cookie Drops are the ultimate holiday treat, combining the comforting warmth of a classic sugar cookie with the refreshing twist of mint. The secret lies in rolling the dough balls in extra sugar before baking, creating a delightful crunchy shell that contrasts beautifully with the soft, cake-like interior. Loaded with mint-chocolate chips, each bite offers a perfect balance of sweet and cool flavors. They are incredibly easy to mix up, requiring no chilling time, making them a last-minute favorite for parties or gift-giving. Serve them warm from the oven or pack them in tins for a charming present.
Ingredients
  • 2 1/2 cup Flour; Unbleached
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 1/4 cup Sugar; Divided
  • 3/4 cup Vegetable Oil
  • 2 ea Eggs; Large
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 1/2 cup Mint-Chocolate Chips; *
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2
    In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  3. 3
    In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of the sugar and the vegetable oil; mix well until smooth.
  4. 4
    Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  5. 5
    Gradually beat in the flour mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. 6
    Stir in the mint-chocolate chips with a spoon or spatula.
  7. 7
    Place the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar in a small shallow dish.
  8. 8
    Scoop rounded teaspoonfuls of dough and roll into balls; roll each ball in the remaining sugar to coat.
  9. 9
    Place the coated dough balls on ungreased cookie sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  10. 10
    Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  11. 11
    Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1767.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 74.5g115%
Saturated Fat 21.3g107%
Cholesterol 194.6mg65%
Sodium 4006.4mg167%
Total Carbohydrate 244.2g82%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g35%
Sugars 124.6g
Protein 26.0g52%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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