Chocolate Mint Thumbprint Cookies Recipe
Soft, chewy Chocolate Mint Thumbprint Cookies with a gooey chocolate center and a festive Andes mint on top! Your go-to treat for holiday trays, gifting, or any mint chocolate craving!
Servings: 36
Calories: 126kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2 egg yolks room temperature
- 16 drops green food coloring optional for festive cookies
- 2 ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup dark chocolate chips
- 3 tablespoon heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoon butter
- 18 chocolate mints Andes mints, cut on a diagonal
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and powdered sugar until creamy.
- Mix in peppermint extract, egg yolks, and food coloring (if using) until combined.
- Stir in flour, baking powder, and salt until a dough forms.
- Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on prepared sheets.
- Press a deep well in the center of each cookie using the end of a wooden spoon.
- Bake 8–10 minutes. Remove and reshape wells if needed. Cool on tray 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- In a small bowl, combine chocolate chips, cream, and butter. Microwave in 30-second increments until smooth and creamy.
- Spoon 1 teaspoon of chocolate into each cookie well and top with a piece of Andes mint. Let chocolate set completely before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
Tips & Tricks
- For extra mint flavor, add ½ teaspoon more peppermint extract.
- Use a hot knife to slice Andes mints without cracking.
- Skip the food coloring for natural green-free cookies.
- Substitute hot fudge for the chocolate center for a decadent twist.
- These cookies also make a festive St. Patrick’s Day treat.
- Cool completely before storing.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature with wax paper between layers.
- Freeze in a freezer-safe container with wax paper separating layers for up to 1 month. Thaw at room temperature.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 81mg | Potassium: 36mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 220IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg
