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Mint Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies Recipe

Mint Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies Recipe
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Mint Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies are buttery, melt-in-your-mouth treats with a refreshing mint flavor and mini chocolate chips for a delightful crunch. These vibrant green cookies are coated in powdered sugar, making them perfect for festive occasions or whenever you crave a refreshing chocolatey bite.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • ⅔ cup powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon mint extract (or peppermint extract)
  • green food coloring (gel food color works best, a few drops)
  • ¾ cup mini chocolate chips

For Coating

  • Additional powdered sugar for coating

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper and set aside to keep the cookies from sticking and for easy cleanup.
  2. Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sifted powdered sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cookie texture.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients and Extract: Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour, salt, and mint or peppermint extract just until the dough begins to come together—do not overmix to keep the cookies tender.
  4. Color the Dough: Add green gel food coloring a few drops at a time to the dough, kneading gently until you achieve your desired shade of green.
  5. Incorporate Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips to evenly distribute them throughout the dough.
  6. Form Cookie Balls: Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of the dough and roll each into a smooth ball. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
  7. Refrigerate Dough: Cover the cookie dough balls and refrigerate them for at least 30 minutes. This helps the cookies hold their shape during baking.
  8. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to reach the proper baking temperature.
  9. Bake the Cookies: Bake the cookies for 7 to 8 minutes, ensuring they only develop a very light brown color on the bottom—overbaking can make them dry.
  10. Cool Slightly: Let the cookies cool on the cookie sheet for 5 minutes to firm up before handling.
  11. Prepare the Powdered Sugar Coating: Line another baking sheet with parchment paper and dust it liberally with powdered sugar, then place the slightly cooled cookies on it and dust them again with powdered sugar.
  12. Complete Coating: Fill a small bowl halfway with powdered sugar and roll each cooled cookie one by one in the sugar until fully coated, creating the classic snowball appearance.
  13. Store Properly: Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days to maintain freshness.

Notes

  • For a stronger mint flavor, increase the mint extract slightly but be cautious as it can overpower the dough.
  • If you don’t have green gel food coloring, regular liquid coloring can be used but may affect the dough consistency slightly.
  • Ensure butter is softened—not melted—to achieve the best texture.
  • You can substitute mini chocolate chips with finely chopped mint chocolate for a different texture.
  • These cookies freeze well: place them in a single layer on a baking sheet to freeze, then transfer to a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
  • If you want less sweetness, reduce the powdered sugar coating slightly.

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