Description

Delight in the festive spirit with these enchanting Holiday Cookies, a twist on the classic snowball cookie. Infused with refreshing mint and studded with rich chocolate chips, each bite melts in your mouth, making them a must-have for any celebration. Their charming green hue dusted with powdered sugar adds an eye-catching touch, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family nights. Easy to make and visually appealing, these cookies are sure to impress your guests and bring joy to every occasion.

Ingredients

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1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
⅔ cup powdered sugar (sifted)
2¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon mint extract
Green food coloring (gel preferred)
¾ cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until fluffy.
Add flour, salt, and mint extract; mix until combined. Incorporate green food coloring until desired shade is achieved.
Fold in mini chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
Form tablespoon-sized dough balls and chill for approximately 30 minutes.
Bake cookies for 7-8 minutes until barely browned on the bottom; cool on the sheet for 5 minutes.
Roll warm cookies in powdered sugar; once cooled, roll again for an extra sweetness.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 89
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 25mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: <1g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Consider adding nuts or different types of chocolate chips to customize your cookies. For an extra festive touch, use red and green sprinkles instead of powdered sugar.