These Andes Mint Chocolate Cookies are a delicious mix of mint and chocolate! They’re soft and tasty, just like the Andes Mints you loved as a kid. The cookie has a whole Andes Mint melted in the center, making it a fun treat for anyone who likes a little surprise with their sweets.
These Andes Mint Chocolate Cookies are an absolute favorite and go quick!
Recipe Highlights:
- Nostalgic Flavor: A classic combination of mint and chocolate that brings back childhood memories.
- Indulgent Treat: The rich, dark chocolate and refreshing mint flavor create a decadent dessert.
- Easy to Make: A simple recipe that even novice bakers can master.
- Perfect for Gifting: These cookies make a delicious and festive gift for friends and family.
- Christmas Cookie Platter: A perfect addition to your cookie platter for the holidays, or anytime of year!
- Versatile: Enjoy them as a dessert, snack, or party favorite.
Baking cookies during the holidays is a cherished tradition that evokes feelings of nostalgia and warmth. The aroma of freshly baked cookies fills the air, creating a comforting ambiance.
As families gather to bake and decorate these treats, they’re not just creating delicious snacks but also building lasting memories. Each bite of a homemade cookie is a taste of the holiday spirit, a reminder of simpler times, and a connection to loved ones.
These Andes Mint Chocolate Cookies have been a huge hit so far and have been requested several times. I’ve made them three times this season already.
They are probably one of our absolute favorites of the holiday season. But don’t mistake these Mint Chocolate Cookies for Christmas cookies only.
They are amazing any time of year! Sometimes we will bake them right in the middle of the summer! The cool mint flavor and the soft chocolate cookie are perfect for any party or get together.
They are perfectly minty and chocolaty. From the inside out.
And those melted Andes Mint halves on each cookie? Incredible and they add something extra special.
These remind me of a cross between a crinkle cookie, and a thumbprint cookie, soft and moist. A little chewy, but not too chewy.
How to Soften Cookies after a few days
If they do seem to get a little harder after a day or so, you can fix that.
- Place the cookies on a microwave-safe plate and cover them with a damp paper towel.
- Microwave in short intervals of 10-15 seconds, checking frequently.
- Be careful not to overcook, as this can make the cookies dry and crumbly.
You will have melty, delicious, soft Andes Mint Chocolate Cookies within 30 seconds.
While I prefer to make these Andes Mint Chocolate Cookies fresh, they do freeze well.
Storing Andes Mint Chocolate Cookies
To keep your Andes Mint Chocolate Cookies fresh and delicious, follow these storage tips:
Short-term storage (3-4 days):
- Cool completely: Ensure the cookies are completely cooled before storing.
- Airtight container: Store them in an airtight container, like a glass jar or plastic container with a tight-fitting lid.
- Room temperature: Keep the container at room temperature in a cool, dry place.
Longer-term storage (up to 2 weeks):
- Refrigeration: For extended freshness, refrigerate the cookies in an airtight container.
Freezing:
- Wrap individually: Wrap each cookie individually in plastic wrap or parchment paper.
- Freeze in a container: Place the wrapped cookies in a freezer-safe container or bag.
- Thaw: To thaw, place the cookies on a wire rack at room temperature.
Additional tips:
- Layer with parchment paper: To prevent cookies from sticking together, place parchment paper between layers.
- Avoid moisture: Moisture can make cookies stale, so keep them in a dry environment.
By following these tips, you can enjoy your homemade Andes Mint Chocolate Cookies for days or even weeks!
Be sure to check out the recipe for these cookies AND all the other delicious cookies in today’s Christmas Cookies Week roundup!
More Best Christmas Cookies Recipes
- Double Peppermint Cookies
- Chocolate Cranberry Cookies
- S’mores Drop Cookies
- Nana’s Molasses Cookies
- Cinnamon Pecan Snickerdoodle Cookies
- Kahlua Mudslide Cookies
- Chocolate Peppermint Madelines (external link)
Andes Mint Chocolate Cookies Recipe
Andes Mint Chocolate Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1.5 teaspoons peppermint extract
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ⅓ cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ⅓ cups Andes Creme De Menthe Baking Chips
- Andes Crème de Menthe After-Dinner Chocolate Mints 1 or 1/2 per cookie, if desired
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together. Add eggs and Adam’s Peppermint Extract and beat everything until light and fluffy, scraping the sides often.
- In another bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking soda and baking powder until combined well.
- Mix the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and mix well.
- Gently fold in the Andres Creme De Menthe Baking Chips,
- Create dough balls about 1″ or so. Place about 1 1/2″ apart on a silpat lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes. DO NOT OVERBAKE. The top will probably still look soft looking.
- Break apart a Andes Creme de Menthe After-Diner Mint and gently press one half into the top of each cookie. Pressing very gently.
- Allow cookies to cool about 5 minutes or so on cookie sheet before moving to a cooling rack to cool completely.
- These store in an airtight container for several days, freeze really well for a few weeks and to serve with deliciously melty chocolate, zap in microwave about 10-15 seconds.
I love these minty treats. I could eat a stack of them!
Mint cookies are an absolute must at Christmas time.
I love Andes mint holiday treats!!! They’re always the best and these cookies look amazing!