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Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies (Easy Gooey Soft Batch)

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These soft batch mint chocolate chip cookies are packed with cool peppermint flavor and gooey chocolate ribbons, delivering a nostalgic twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie. Quick to make and irresistibly soft, they’re perfect for any occasion and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 egg yolk, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pure peppermint extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1–2 drops green food coloring (optional)
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup chopped dark chocolate or chocolate bar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl and let cool for 5 minutes.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  5. Mix in egg and egg yolk, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and food coloring if using.
  6. Gradually stir dry ingredients into wet mixture using a spatula or mixer on low, just until combined.
  7. Fold in chocolate chips and chopped chocolate bar until evenly distributed.
  8. Using a medium cookie scoop (about 2 tablespoons), scoop dough balls onto prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each.
  9. Press a few extra chocolate chunks on top of each dough ball for extra gooey ribbons.
  10. Bake one sheet at a time for 9-11 minutes, until edges are set but centers look slightly underbaked and puffy.
  11. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling.

Notes

For extra gooey cookies, use both chocolate chips and chopped chocolate bars. Chilling the dough is optional but can help cookies stay thick. Store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep them soft. Freeze dough balls for easy baking later. For gluten-free or dairy-free adaptations, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and plant-based butter.

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