Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Chocolate Mint Thumbprint Cookies, where the rich essence of chocolate meets the refreshing zing of mint. These charming cookies are not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for the palate, featuring a fudgy mint center that adds an extra layer of sweetness. Perfect for holiday gatherings or casual get-togethers, they’re sure to impress friends and family alike. Their easy preparation makes them suitable for bakers of all skill levels, while their stunning presentation will have everyone asking for seconds. Whether enjoyed with a warm cup of hot chocolate or shared as party favors, these cookies promise to be a hit at any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup butter (room temperature)
- 2 cups white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 ounces chocolate almond bark
- 1 ½ cups white chocolate chips
- ½ can sweetened condensed milk
- ½ teaspoon mint extract
- Green food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together room-temperature butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- Gradually add cocoa powder, salt, baking soda, baking powder, and flour; mix until just combined.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on a lined baking sheet. Use your thumb to create a well in each cookie.
- Bake for about 12 minutes. If needed, press down the centers again after baking.
- For the fudge filling, melt white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring continuously; then mix in mint extract and spoon into cookie wells.
- Melt chocolate almond bark and drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg