Mint Mocha Cookies

These cookies are very chewy and chocolatey like chocolate crackles, but have the addition of mint and mocha flavoring too. The chocolate and candy cane are an optional addition that make them festive for the holidays.

Servings: 2 dozen
Preparation Time: 4 hours
Cooking Time: 10-12 min
Author Rating: 10/10

Ingredients:


1 teaspoon	baking soda
0.5 cup	brown sugar
0.5 cup	butter
1 cup	chocolate chips
0.5 cup	cocoa powder
0.25 cup	crushed candy canes
1 tablespoon	espresso
1 teaspoon	peppermint extract
1 teaspoon	vanilla extract
8 ounce	white chocolate (optional)
1 cup	white flour
0.5 cup	white sugar

Directions:

Step 1

In a standing mixer beat the butter until smooth and creamy.

Step 2

Add the white sugar and brown sugar and beat on medium high until fluffy and light.

Step 3

Beat in egg, vanilla, peppermint, and espresso on high speed.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda.

Step 5

With the mixer on low, slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet until well combined.

Step 6

Add the chocolate chips and beat on high until fully mixed. The dough will become very thick.

Step 7

Cover the bowl and place in the fridge for 3 hours or overnight.

Step 8

Remove the dough from the fridge and let sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes.

Step 9

Roll the dough into 1 inch balls. Bake on parchment paper lined pans at 350F for 10-12 minutes.

Step 10

Once completely cooled, you can optionally dip into melted white chocolate and sprinkle with crushed candy canes for decoration.

Recipe provided via www.MeanMeals.com