Chocolate Mint Cookies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated white sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 large egg
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 cup milk
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2 cups powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon mint extract
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Green food coloring (optional)
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2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
# Instructions:
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In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until smooth and fluffy.
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Add the vanilla extract and egg to the creamed butter and sugar, then beat until well combined.
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Gradually add the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt into the wet mixture, mixing until a uniform dough forms.
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Roll the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 175°C (350°F) for 8-10 minutes. Allow the cookies to cool completely.
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Combine powdered sugar, milk, and mint extract in a bowl. Mix until smooth, adding green food coloring if desired. Spread a layer of frosting over each cooled cookie, then place them in the freezer to chill.
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Melt the semisweet chocolate chips with the vegetable oil in a microwave or double boiler. Stir until smooth, then spoon the ganache over the frosted cookies. Allow to set before serving.
# Notes:
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To ensure chewy cookies, use room-temperature butter and egg. For easy spreading, heat the ganache slightly before adding it to the cookies.