Chocolate Mint Oreo Cookies Recipe
Deliciously rich and chocolaty Chocolate Mint Oreo Cookies combine the classic flavors of mint and chocolate. These soft-baked cookies are loaded with chopped mint Oreo cookies, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and cool mint chips, finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Ideal for mint chocolate fans looking for an indulgent treat.
- Author: Mia
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Mix-ins
- 1 cup chopped mint Oreo cookies (or Thin Mints)
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup Guittard mint chips or chopped Andes mints
Topping
- Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling on cookies
- Preheat and prepare baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat like Silpat to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and unsweetened cocoa powder to remove lumps and combine evenly. Set aside.
- Cream butter and sugars: Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat the unsalted butter with granulated sugar and light brown sugar until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and well incorporated. This helps to create a soft, tender cookie.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then add the pure vanilla extract. Continue mixing until the wet ingredients are fully blended.
- Combine dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix on low speed just until combined, being careful not to overmix which can result in tougher cookies.
- Fold in mix-ins: Gently stir in the chopped mint Oreo cookies, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and mint chips by hand, evenly distributing them throughout the cookie dough.
- Shape and bake cookies: Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt for a burst of flavor. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers remain slightly soft.
- Cool cookies: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to rest on the sheet for 3 to 5 minutes. Then transfer the cookies to a wire cooling rack to cool completely. This resting period helps the cookies set perfectly while staying chewy inside.
Notes
- Do not overmix the dough to keep the cookies tender and soft.
- Use chopped Thin Mints as a delicious alternative to mint Oreos for a different texture and flavor.
- Sprinkling flaky sea salt enhances the mint and chocolate flavors and adds a pleasant contrast.
- Let the cookies cool completely before storing to preserve their texture.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
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