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St. Patrick’s Day Mint Blossom Cookies

St. Patrick’s Day Mint Blossom Cookies That Wow Every Bite

Delightful St. Patrick’s Day Mint Blossom Cookies with rich chocolate and refreshing mint flavors in every bite.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 11 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Gluten-free flour can be used for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder For chewy texture.
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt Enhances flavors and balances sweetness.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Margarine works as a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar Dark brown sugar is an excellent substitute.
  • 2 large eggs Consider flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon pure peppermint extract Use pure for the best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Vanilla bean or paste can also work.
  • 1 drop green gel food coloring Optional for color.
For Rolling and Decoration
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar Used for coating.
  • 1/4 cup green sanding sugar Adds festive decoration.
For the Center
  • 24 pieces dark chocolate kisses Can substitute with mint-flavored chocolate candy.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  3. Cream butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add eggs, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and blend until smooth.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Scoop dough into balls, roll in granulated sugar, then coat in green sanding sugar.
  8. Place on baking sheets and bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are set.
  9. Press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie immediately after baking.
  10. Cool on baking sheets for at least 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cookies are a festive delight with a chewy texture and rich chocolate center. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations!

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