Mint Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies – Easy Recipes for Sweet Lovers
These mint chocolate thumbprint cookies are a fun and festive treat, perfect for the holidays or any time you crave something minty and sweet.
Servings: 20 cookies
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (melted)
- Mint M&M’s or mint candies for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and salt until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually stir in the flour until a soft dough forms.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Press a thumbprint into the center of each dough ball.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from oven and gently press down the thumbprints again if needed.
- Let cool completely before filling each center with melted chocolate.
- Top each with a mint M&M or mint candy. Let set before serving.