Mint Chocolate Cookie Cups Recipe

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Chocolate cookie cups with easy mint frosting and andes mints. These Mint Chocolate Cookie Cups are perfect for St. Patrick's Day or mint chocolate lovers!

INGREDIENTS 

SERVINGS: 24 COOKIE CUPS FOR THE CHOCOLATE COOKIE CUPS: – 1 and 1/3 cups (165 grams) all purpose flour (spooned & leveled) – 1/3 cup (25 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted – 1/2 teaspoon baking soda – 1/4 teaspoon salt – 1/2 cup (115 grams) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature – 1/2 cup (100 grams) light brown sugar – 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar – 1 large egg – 1 teaspoon vanilla extract FOR THE MINT FROSTING: – 1/2 cup (115 grams) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature – 1 and 1/2 cups (180 grams) confectioners sugar – 1-2 tablespoons (15-30 ml) heavy cream or milk – 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon peppermint or mint extract adjust to taste – 2-3 drops green food dye

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INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 24-count mini muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray. Mix flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.

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Step 1

Cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a stand mixer with the paddle attachment or a large bowl with a handheld mixer for 1-2 minutes.

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Step 2

 Mix well after adding each egg and vanilla extract. Mix the dry ingredients slowly with the wet ingredients until just combined, scraping the bowl.

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Step 3

Split the cookie dough evenly between 24 mini muffin pans (1 tablespoon per one). At 350°F, the cookie cups should set after 11-13 minutes.

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Step 4

Press each cookie cup's center with a measuring teaspoon after removing from oven. Remove from pan and cool on wire rack after 5 minutes.

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Step 5

Mix butter in a stand mixer with the paddle attachment or a large bowl with a handheld mixer until smooth. Powdered sugar and heavy cream should mix well. 

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Step 6

Fully mix peppermint extract and food coloring. Taste and add extract.Frost each cooled cookie cup and top with half an andes mint. Serve and enjoy!

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