A Delicious Twist on a Classic Cookie
Are you looking for a fun and festive holiday treat that will impress your guests? Look no further than these Andes Mint Grinch Cookies! These cookies are the perfect combination of chocolate and mint, and their fun green color will add a pop of holiday cheer to any dessert table.
The Ingredients You’ll Need
To make these cookies, you’ll need the following ingredients: – 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour – 1 tsp baking soda – 1 tsp salt – 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature – 3/4 cup white sugar – 3/4 cup brown sugar – 2 large eggs – 1 tsp vanilla extract – Green food coloring – 1 cup Andes mints, chopped
How to Make Andes Mint Grinch Cookies
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. 2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. 3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. 4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and green food coloring. 5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined. 6. Fold in the chopped Andes mints. 7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. 8. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned. 9. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips for Making the Perfect Andes Mint Grinch Cookies
– Don’t overmix the dough. Overmixing can cause the cookies to become tough and chewy. – Use room temperature butter. Softened butter will cream more easily with the sugar, resulting in a lighter and fluffier cookie. – Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help prevent the cookies from spreading too much in the oven. – Add more or less food coloring depending on how vibrant you want the green color to be. – Don’t overbake the cookies. They will continue to cook slightly after they are removed from the oven, so it’s better to take them out a little early than to leave them in too long.
Conclusion
These Andes Mint Grinch Cookies are sure to become a holiday favorite! They are easy to make, delicious, and perfect for bringing a little bit of Christmas cheer to any gathering. So why not give them a try this holiday season? Your taste buds (and your guests) will thank you!