Introduction

Mint Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies are a festive twist on a classic treat, combining refreshing mint flavor with rich chocolate chips. These soft, green-hued cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you crave a sweet peppermint delight.

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Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
⅔ cup powdered sugar (sifted)
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon mint extract (or peppermint extract)
Green food coloring (gel food color works best)
¾ cup mini chocolate chips
Additional powdered sugar for coating

Instructions

Step 1: Line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Step 2: Beat the softened butter and sifted powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
Step 3: Mix in the all-purpose flour, salt, and mint extract just until combined.
Step 4: Add green food coloring a few drops at a time until your desired shade is reached, using gel food color for best results.
Step 5: Stir in the mini chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
Step 6: Scoop out one tablespoon of dough at a time and form into balls. Place these on the prepared cookie sheet.
Step 7: Cover the cookie sheet and refrigerate the dough balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Step 8: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 9: Bake the cookies for 7 to 8 minutes, until the bottoms are very lightly browned but the cookies remain pale. Let them cool on the cookie sheet for 5 minutes.
Step 10: Line another baking sheet with parchment paper and dust it liberally with powdered sugar. Place the slightly cooled cookies on this sheet and dust them again with powdered sugar.
Step 11: Allow the cookies to cool completely.
Step 12: Fill a small bowl halfway with powdered sugar. One at a time, drop the cooled cookies into the bowl and turn them until fully coated in sugar.

Tips & Variations

For a stronger mint flavor, increase the mint extract to 1 ½ teaspoons but be cautious not to overpower the dough.
Use gel food coloring to avoid thinning your dough and achieve vibrant green color.
Substitute mini white chocolate chips instead of regular chocolate for a different look and flavor.
Chill the dough longer for easier shaping, especially in warm kitchens.

Storage

Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days. If you’d like them crispier, let them sit uncovered for a few hours before serving. Reheat gently in a warm oven for a few minutes if you prefer them soft and warm.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular chocolate chips instead of mini ones?

Yes, regular chocolate chips can be used, but mini chocolate chips distribute more evenly and melt nicely throughout the cookie without altering the texture too much.

Is there a substitute for mint extract?

You can substitute peppermint extract if you prefer a slightly different mint flavor. Use the same quantity indicated in the recipe.

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Mint Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies are a delightful twist on classic snowball cookies, featuring a refreshing mint flavor and mini chocolate chips. Soft, buttery, and coated generously in powdered sugar, these cookies are perfect for festive occasions or any time you crave a cool, sweet treat.

Author: Ella
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 53 minutes
Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
⅔ cup powdered sugar (sifted)
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon mint extract (or peppermint extract)
Green food coloring (gel food color works best)
¾ cup mini chocolate chips

For Coating

Additional powdered sugar for coating

Instructions

Prepare baking sheet: Line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper and set aside for easy removal of cookies.
Cream butter and sugar: Beat the softened unsalted butter with sifted powdered sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, ensuring a smooth base for the dough.
Add dry ingredients and flavoring: Gently mix in the all-purpose flour, salt, and mint extract just until combined to form a soft dough without overmixing.
Color the dough: Gradually add green gel food coloring a few drops at a time until you reach your desired shade of minty green.
Incorporate chocolate chips: Stir in the mini chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough for bursts of chocolate in every bite.
Shape cookies: Scoop out about one tablespoon of dough per cookie and roll into balls. Place the dough balls spaced on the prepared cookie sheet.
Chill dough: Cover the cookie sheet and refrigerate the dough balls for at least 30 minutes to help cookies hold their shape during baking.
Preheat oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking.
Bake cookies: Bake the chilled dough balls for 7 to 8 minutes. The bottoms should be only very lightly browned; avoid overbaking to keep them soft.
Cool briefly: Allow cookies to cool for 5 minutes on the cookie sheet to set before handling.
Prepare coating station: Line another baking sheet with parchment paper and dust it liberally with powdered sugar. Transfer the warm cookies to this sheet and dust them with additional powdered sugar.
Cool completely: Let the cookies cool fully to room temperature to allow the coating to adhere properly.
Final coating: Fill a small bowl halfway with powdered sugar. One at a time, drop each cooled cookie into the bowl and roll it around to coat completely in powdered sugar, creating the traditional snowball effect.
Storage: Store leftover cookies in an airtight container for up to four days to maintain freshness and softness.

Notes

Using gel food coloring helps achieve vibrant green color without affecting dough consistency.
Be careful not to overbake; the cookies should stay soft and lightly browned.
Refrigerating the dough before baking helps maintain the snowball shape and prevents spreading.
If you prefer a stronger mint flavor, you can increase the mint extract slightly, but avoid overpowering the cookie.
These cookies pair beautifully with a hot cup of tea or coffee for a cozy treat.

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